Celt and Saxon (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417902187)

Celt and Saxon is a novel written by George Meredith, first published in 1910. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of a young man named Weyburn, who is of mixed Celtic and Saxon heritage. Weyburn is orphaned at a young age and is sent to live with his uncle, who is a wealthy landowner in England.As Weyburn grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of the tensions between the Celtic and Saxon communities in England. He is torn between his loyalty to his Celtic heritage and his desire to assimilate into English society. Weyburn falls in love with a young woman named Cecilia, who is of Saxon descent, and their relationship is tested by the cultural divide between their two communities.The novel explores themes of identity, cultural conflict, and the search for belonging. It also provides a vivid depiction of life in rural England during the early 19th century, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, customs, and social norms of the time.Celt and Saxon is considered one of George Meredith's most important works, and is widely regarded as a classic of English literature. It is a thought-provoking and deeply moving story that offers insights into the complexities of human nature and the challenges of cultural diversity.1911. Celt and Saxon, an early and unfinished work, has resemblances to Meredith�������s most popular and critically acclaimed novel, Diana of the Crossways, in particular in its criticism of English temperament. Contents: Wherein an Excursion is made in a Celtic Mind; Mr. Adister; Caroline; The Princess; At the Piano, chiefly without Music; A Consultation: with Opinions upon Welshwomen and the Cambrian Race; The Miniature; Captain Con and Mrs. Adister O�������Donnell; The Captain�������s Cabin; The Brothers; Introducing a New Character; Miss Mattock; The Dinner-Party; Of Rockney; The Mattock Family; Of the great Mr. Bull and the Celtic and Saxon view of him: and something of Richard Rockney; Crossing the Rubicon; Captain Con�������s Letter; and Mars Convalescent.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Meredith
ISBN-10: 1417902183
ISBN-13: 9781417902187
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/17/2005
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d