Brame, Charlotte M. 1836-1884 creator text utu 2000 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Dora Thorne" by Charlotte M. Brame is a romantic novel that likely dates back to the late 19th century. The story revolves around the intense love affair between Ronald Earle, the heir to the Earlescourt estate, and Dora Thorne, the daughter of the lodge keeper. The narrative explores themes of class, social expectations, and the struggle between love and duty as Ronald's father, Lord Earle, vehemently opposes the match due to Dora's lower social standing. The opening of the novel introduces an intense dialogue between Ronald and Lord Earle, where Lord Earle warns Ronald about the potential folly of marrying a "simple rustic." This exchange sets the stage for the central conflict of the story: Ronald's passionate desire to marry Dora, whom he views as pure and beautiful, against his father's expectations and societal norms. The two characters are depicted with strong emotions; Ronald displays youthful stubbornness fueled by love, while Lord Earle represents the stern, tradition-bound authority figure. The tension between love and societal constraints creates a rich backdrop for their challenges, signaling a tale rife with both romantic promise and looming tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2000-10-01 Produced by Theresa Armao. HTML version by Al Haines. Original publication data not identified Nobility -- Great Britain -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2374 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2374 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133057.0 2374