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Awakening
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- Gutenberg ID
- 78836
- Title
- Awakening
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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Set against the backdrop of a Riviera house party, this novel explores the collision of rigid social expectations with artistic passion and cross-cultural romance. It follows Nevil Sinclair, an aspiring artist torn between political tradition and his true calling, as he encounters Audrey Hammond and her daughter, Lilamani. A study in possibilities, the story delves into themes of duty versus desire, the nature of art, and the transformative power of love across racial and familial divides.
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In Maud Diver's *Awakening*, the narrative follows Nevil Sinclair, an artist and the eldest son of a distinguished English family, who flees the political pressures of his father and sister to find inspiration in Antibes, France. There, he encounters Audrey Hammond, a woman returning from India, and her shy daughter, Lilamani. While Nevil initially views Lilamani merely as a subject for his art, their connection deepens into a profound emotional bond. The story takes a dramatic turn when Lilamani, overwhelmed by a crisis of conscience and fear of being a burden to her husband, contemplates suicide by jumping into the sea. Nevil arrives just in time to save her, leading to a pivotal confrontation where he confesses his true feelings. He reveals that his initial hesitation regarding a child of mixed heritage has vanished; he now eagerly anticipates fatherhood with Lilamani, envisioning their potential son as a bridge between East and West. The novel concludes with a reconciliation of Nevil's artistic soul with his capacity for sacrificial love. He promises to abandon his political ambitions to live abroad with Lilamani and her family, embracing a life dedicated to art and the union of two cultures. The story serves as a testament to the idea that true love and artistic integrity can overcome entrenched social prejudices and family traditions, illustrating that leaving the familiar surface of life allows one to take the heart of new possibilities.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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- Maud Diver
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