Anne Hereford: A Novel by Mrs. Henry Wood
"Anne Hereford: A Novel" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The story introduces us to a young girl named Anne Hereford, who, after the death of her mother, embarks on a journey to live with her Aunt Selina and her family. The narrative seems to be set against a backdrop of complex family dynamics and social tensions. The opening of the book establishes the
tone and introduces key characters, including Anne, who is portrayed as a thoughtful and sensitive child clad in mourning attire. As Anne travels alone by train, she encounters the kindness of a guard and reflects on her loneliness and loss. Her arrival at Aunt Selina's home reveals a swirling atmosphere of unresolved feelings and conflicts, particularly surrounding the character of Mr. Edwin Barley, who is later associated with darker themes of jealousy and violence. The tension builds as Anne finds herself entwined in the adult struggles of those around her, hinting at future dramatic developments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887 |
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| Title | Anne Hereford: A Novel |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Orphans -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Governesses -- Fiction |
| Subject | France -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57875 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 526 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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