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Complete Short Works of George Meredith

by George Meredith (1828–1909)

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  • 46 chapters
  • Reading level: 7th grade

"Complete Short Works of George Meredith" by George Meredith is a collection of short stories and prose written during the late 19th century. This anthology encompasses a variety of tales that delve into themes like romance, adventure, and social commentary, showcasing Meredith's unique narrative style and rich characterizations. The opening story, “Farina,” introduces readers to rich historical settings and characters, particularly focusing on the merchant Gottlieb von Groschen and his daughter, Margarita, as they navigate the complexities of love, honor, and societal expectations. The opening of “Farina” sets the stage in Cologne during an enchanting yet dangerous time, where the fortunes of a wealthy merchant, Gottlieb, and the affections of his beautiful daughter, Margarita, become the center of youthful rivalry and chivalric exploits. The narrative unfolds with a lively depiction of the “White Rose Club,” a group of young men who vie for Margarita’s attention, resulting in humorous and competitive encounters. As the story progresses, the tension mounts with the appearance of the menacing Baron Werner’s band, indicating that love and danger are intricately woven into the fabric of this tale, foreshadowing an exciting mix of romance and adventure that characters like Farina, a brave outsider, and the young men of the club will experience.

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  • English fiction · 19th century

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Conclusion

The shadow of Monk Gregory was seen no more in Cologne. He entered the Calendar, and ranks next St. Anthony. For three successive centuries the towns of Rhineland boasted his visits in the flesh, and the conqueror of Darkness caused dire Rhenish feuds.

The Tailed Infernal repeated his famous Back-blow on Farina. The youth awoke one morning and beheld warehouses the exact pattern of his own, displaying flasks shaped even as his own, and a Farina to right and left of him. In a week, they were doubled. A month quadrupled them. They increased.

'Fame and Fortune,' mused Farina, 'come from man and the world: Love is from heaven. We may be worthy, and lose the first. We lose not love unless unworthy. Would ye know the true Farina? Look for him who walks under the seal of bliss; whose darling is for ever his young sweet bride, leading him from snares, priming his soul with celestial freshness. There is no hypocrisy can ape that aspect. Least of all, the creatures of the Damned! By this I may be known.'

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Contents

Show all 46 chapters
  1. Front Matter
  2. Conclusion
  3. Chapter I
  4. Chapter II
  5. Chapter III
  6. Chapter IV
  7. Chapter V
  8. Chapter VI
  9. Chapter VII
  10. Chapter VIII
  11. Chapter I
  12. Chapter II
  13. Chapter III
  14. Chapter IV
  15. Chapter V
  16. Chapter VI
  17. Chapter VII
  18. Chapter VIII
  19. Chapter IX
  20. Chapter X
  21. Chapter I
  22. Chapter II
  23. Chapter III
  24. Chapter IV
  25. Chapter V
  26. Chapter VI
  27. Chapter VII
  28. Chapter VIII
  29. Chapter IX
  30. Chapter X
  31. Chapter XI
  32. Chapter XII
  33. Chapter I: He
  34. Chapter II: She
  35. Chapter III: He
  36. Chapter IV: She
  37. Chapter V: He
  38. Chapter VI: She
  39. Scene I
  40. Scene II
  41. Scene III
  42. Scene IV: Dame Dresden, Lady Oldlace, Virginia, Winifred, Arden, Swithin, Osier
  43. Scene V
  44. Scene VI
  45. Scene VII
  46. Scene VIII

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This free edition of Complete Short Works of George Meredith by George Meredith comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #4499, released 2004-11-05. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Short Stories, Romance, Adventure, British Literature.

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