"Richard Richard" by Hughes Mearns is a story that takes place on a steamer, where Richard and Geraldine start a sudden trip in Naples. The book looks at how social class and being independent can change a person, especially in the relationships between men and women during that time. Richard, who doesn't have a lot of money, meets Geraldine, a young woman who is excited to see Naples. The two characters' personalities come through, with Richard being a bit sarcastic but also smart, and Geraldine being excited and wanting to see new things. The story shows how their relationship grows as Geraldine tries to get Richard to explore Naples with her, and Richard starts to like the idea of a spontaneous adventure. Through their funny conversations, the book suggests deeper ideas about who people are and what society expects from them, making readers wonder what problems they might face.
Richard Richard
By Hughes Mearns
Amidst witty banter, a down-on-his-luck man and a spirited young woman challenge societal norms as they embark on an unforeseen journey through the vibrant streets of Naples.
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About the AuthorWilliam Hughes Mearns (1875–1965), better known as Hughes Mearns, was an American educator and poet. A graduate of Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania, Mearns was a professor at the Philadelphia School of Pedagogy from 1905 to 1920. Mearns is remembered now as the author of the poem "Antigonish". However, his ideas about encouraging the natural creativity of children, particularly those age 3 through 8 were novel at the time. It has been written about him that, "He typed notes of their conversations; he learned how to make them forget there was an adult around; never asked them questions and never showed surprise no matter what they did or said."
William Hughes Mearns (1875–1965), better known as Hughes Mearns, was an American educator and poet. A graduate of Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania, Mearns was a professor at the Philadelphia School of Pedagogy from 1905 to 1920. Mearns is remembered now as the author of the poem "Antigonish". However, his ideas about encouraging the natural creativity of children, particularly those age 3 through 8 were novel at the time. It has been written about him that, "He typed notes of their conversations; he learned how to make them forget there was an adult around; never asked them questions and never showed surprise no matter what they did or said."
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