The Rosery Folk by George Manville Fenn
"The Rosery Folk" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Sir James Scarlett, his wife Lady Scarlett, and their interactions with various characters in their idyllic country setting, particularly the old gardener, John Monnick. The narrative reveals the themes of temptation, moral conflict, and the contrast between rural life and urban existence, providing a glimpse into the everyday lives and dynamics of
these characters. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Sir James Scarlett and Lady Scarlett in their garden, where issues of responsibility, loyalty, and temptation arise, particularly concerning the theft of grapes. Monnick, the gardener, engages with the couple, sharing an amusing anecdote about his own temptation surrounding a pear five years prior. This humorous yet reflective exchange sets the tone for the interactions that will continue to unfold throughout the story, highlighting the quaint and humorous challenges faced in maintaining their harmonious life at the Rosery, as well as foreshadowing deeper relationships and conflicts that will emerge as the novel progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909 |
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| Title | The Rosery Folk |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34482 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 376 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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