Within the Maze: A Novel, Vol. 1 (of 2) by Mrs. Henry Wood
"Within the Maze: A Novel, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a historical fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Andinnian family, particularly focusing on the relationship dynamics between the widow Mrs. Andinnian and her two sons, Adam and Karl, especially as they intersect with the lives of their neighbors and the complexities of family legacies and social expectations. The book hints
at themes of love, duty, and societal hierarchy, setting the stage for a mix of romantic entanglements and family drama. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to the Andinnian household, describing the aftermath of Captain Andinnian's death and the inheritance issues facing his widow and sons. Mrs. Andinnian’s strong, if somewhat possessive, love for her elder son Adam is contrasted with her indifference toward the younger son, Karl, who serves in the military. The family’s complicated relationship with their wealthy, estranged uncle, Sir Joseph, is also established, alongside insight into the dynamics with their neighbor, Miss Rose Turner. As tensions simmer regarding Adam's potential companionship with Rose and his lack of ambition, the groundwork is laid for impending conflict; the stage is set for romance, jealousy, and the challenges of family legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887 |
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| Title | Within the Maze: A Novel, Vol. 1 (of 2) |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58345 |
| Release Date | Nov 24, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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