Harrington
'Harrington' Summary
Harrington is a young man who is struggling to understand his own prejudices against Jews. He has been raised in a household where antisemitism is the norm, and he has never really questioned his own beliefs. However, when he goes to public school, he meets a Jewish boy named Jacob who challenges his assumptions. Jacob is a kind and intelligent boy, and Harrington begins to realize that his own prejudices are based on ignorance and fear. Through his friendship with Jacob, Harrington learns to see Jews as individuals, and he begins to question the antisemitism that he has been taught.Book Details
Language
EnglishOriginal Language
Published In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Authors
Maria Edgeworth
United Kingdom
Maria Edgeworth was a prolific Anglo-Irish writer of adults' and children's literature. She was one of the first realist writers in children's literature and was a significant figure in the evolution...
Books by Maria EdgeworthDownload eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
- Select Speed
Related books
In the Old Church Tower by Thomas Bailey Aldrich
In "In the Old Church Tower," Thomas Bailey Aldrich takes the reader on a nostalgic journey through a small town's history, using the symbolic presenc...
Just As I Am by Mary Elizabeth Braddon
This remarkable work showcases Braddon's mastery of storytelling and her ability to captivate readers with her vivid characters and intricate plot. S...
Werde, die Du bist by Hedwig Dohm
In 'Werde, die Du bist,' Hedwig Dohm delves into the psychological and societal complexities of a woman navigating life after her husband's death. The...
Minnie's Sacrifice by Frances E. W. Harper
Minnie's Sacrifice is a poignant novel that explores the complexities of identity, race, and love in 19th-century America. Minnie, a young woman rais...
Callista by John Henry Newman
In the third century, a beautiful Greek woman named Callista is forced to choose between her love for a pagan philosopher and her newfound faith in Ch...
Juggernaut: A Veiled Record by George Eggleston
The book, 'Juggernaut: A Veiled Record' by George Eggleston, is a compelling story of Edgar Braine, a man who epitomizes success in all aspects of his...
Dolliver Romance and Other Pieces by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne's "Dolliver Romance and Other Pieces" is a posthumous collection of stories, sketches, and essays that showcases the diverse facet...
Recalled to Life by Grant Allen
In Grant Allen's "Recalled to Life," a woman grapples with the aftermath of a traumatic event from her childhood. She witnessed her father's murder, b...
Tales of Unrest by Joseph Conrad
Tales of Unrest is a collection of five short stories by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1898. The stories are set in various exotic locations, and...
Nobody's Boy by Hector Malot
This is a heartwarming and timeless novel that takes readers on an emotional journey of resilience, love, and the search for belonging. This beloved b...
Reviews for Harrington
No reviews posted or approved, yet...