"A Country Gentleman and His Family" by Mrs. Oliphant is a story from the 1800s, that follows Theodore Warrender, a bright student at Oxford, as he deals with school pressures, family drama, and the changes brought on by his father's death. The story shows Theodore struggling to meet high expectations while also feeling let down, as he'd rather follow his own interests instead of the path others want for him. When his dad passes away, Theodore's conflicts get stronger, leading him to question his goals and who he wants to be within the rules of society.
A Country Gentleman and His Family
By Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant
In a tale of family expectations and self-discovery, a young scholar's ambitions are tested when tragedy strikes, forcing him to choose between duty and his own desires.
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About the AuthorMargaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant was a Scottish novelist and historical writer, who usually wrote as Mrs. Oliphant. Her fictional works cover "domestic realism, the historical novel and tales of the supernatural".
Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant was a Scottish novelist and historical writer, who usually wrote as Mrs. Oliphant. Her fictional works cover "domestic realism, the historical novel and tales of the supernatural".
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