Author |
Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933 |
Title |
Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House
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Note |
Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders
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Summary |
"Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic Harry Tristram and the complex social dynamics surrounding him, particularly regarding issues of lineage, legitimacy, and societal expectations. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at a scandal associated with his heritage that affects not only his personal life but also his prospective marriage to Janie Iver. At the start of the story, Mr. Jenkinson Neeld, an elderly editor, grapples with the personal revelations found within the journal of his deceased friend, Josiah Cholderton, which holds significant implications for the Tristram family. As he contemplates a suppressed passage regarding an elopement and its consequences, he uncovers the tangled web of relationships among characters connected to the Tristram lineage. The opening sets a tone of intrigue, providing a glimpse into the past that will echo through the contemporary lives of Harry Tristram and the other characters, who navigate their desires and obligations amid societal expectations and personal secrets. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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Subject |
Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
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Subject |
Young men -- Fiction
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Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
20981 |
Release Date |
Apr 4, 2007 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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