The Tenants of Malory, Volume 2 by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
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| Author | Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan, 1814-1873 |
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| Title | The Tenants of Malory, Volume 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Tenants of Malory, Volume 2" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of rural England, it explores the intricate relationships and mysteries surrounding the characters residing at Malory, particularly focusing on Margaret Fanshawe and Cleve Verney as they navigate themes of love, loss, and deception amidst the social constraints of their small community. The narrative unfolds with suspenseful twists and a sense of impending doom, characteristic of Le Fanu's gothic style. The opening of the novel introduces us to the characters of Miss Anne Sheckleton and her cousin, Margaret Fanshawe, as they engage in an idle exchange filled with local gossip in their quiet town of Cardyllian. Among the whispers is the matter of Margaret’s father being rumored insane—a conversation that reflects their own restlessness. Margaret’s emotional turmoil becomes evident as she writes a letter to Cleve Verney, a man she clearly harbors deep feelings for, only to later experience despair when she believes he has turned his affections elsewhere, particularly toward another woman. This poignant moment sets the stage for tensions that will be explored throughout the narrative as characters like Cleve Verney and the mysterious Mr. Dingwell enter the scene, hinting at deeper intrigues and conflicts to come within the old house of Malory and its tenants. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Mystery fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35468 |
| Release Date | Mar 3, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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