A brace of boys

The adventures and rivalries of two nephews

Fitz Hugh Ludlow

24 pages, parution le 09/08/2023

Ajouter à une liste

Expédié sous 9 jours

Livraison à partir de 0,01€ dès 35€ d'achats
Pour une livraison en France métropolitaine

QUANTITÉ

Résumé

"A Brace of Boys" by Fitz Hugh Ludlow is a narrative centered around the contrasting lives and personalities of two nephews, Daniel and Billy, as observed by their bachelor uncle. Daniel, the elder at twenty-two, is a scholarly and bashful young man, raised with a focus on propriety and intellectual pursuits. His upbringing has left him with weak health and a lack of social skills, making him feel inadequate in romantic pursuits. On the other hand, Billy, at eleven, is a lively and adventurous boy, full of energy and mischief. He is unafraid to stand up for what he believes in, as demonstrated by his rescue of a mistreated dog from a group of bullies. The story unfolds with the uncle's reflections on the advantages of being an uncle rather than a parent, allowing him to observe and influence the boys without the weight of parental responsibility. The narrative takes a turn when both nephews find themselves enamored with the same young lady, Miss Pilgrim, whom they meet at a social gathering. Billy's innocent and straightforward affection contrasts with Daniel's more reserved and introspective approach. The uncle, serving as a confidant to both, navigates the delicate situation with humor and insight. The story highlights themes of love, family dynamics, and the challenges of growing up, all set against the backdrop of 19th-century social norms and expectations.