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""A Modern Telemachus"" is a novel written by Charlotte M. Yonge, first published in 1878. The story follows the life of a young man named Felix, who is sent away to school by his mother, Lady Conway. Felix's father died when he was young, and Lady Conway has been overprotective... Read Full Overview

"A Modern Telemachus," by Charlotte Mary Yonge, english novelist (1823-1901).

This may sound somewhat sly, but French children, before Rousseau had made them the fashion, were kept in the background, and were reduced to picking up intelligence as best they could without any sense of its being dishonourable to do so; and, indeed, it was more neglect than... Read Full Overview

This may sound somewhat sly, but French children, before Rousseau had made them the fashion, were kept in the background, and were reduced to picking up intelligence as best they could without any sense of its being dishonourable to do so; and, indeed, it was more neglect than... Read Full Overview

This may sound somewhat sly, but French children, before Rousseau had made them the fashion, were kept in the background, and were reduced to picking up intelligence as best they could without any sense of its being dishonourable to do so; and, indeed, it was more neglect than... Read Full Overview

Charlotte Mary Yonge (1823-1901), was an English novelist, known for her huge output. She was devoted to the Church of England, and much influenced by John Keble, a near neighbour and one of the leaders of the Oxford Movement. Her novels reflected the values and concerns of Anglo-Catholicism... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

A Modern Telemachus is a novel written by Charlotte M. Yonge. It tells the story of a young man named Guy Thorndale, who is the heir to a large estate. Guy is sent away to school and then travels abroad, where he becomes involved in various adventures and learns important life... Read Full Overview