Villilampaita by Robert Hichens
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| Author | Hichens, Robert, 1864-1950 |
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| Translator | Krohn, Helmi, 1871-1967 |
| Uniform Title | Barbary sheep. Finnish |
| Title | Villilampaita |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Otava, 1913. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Villilampaita" by Robert Hichens is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Sir Claude Wyverne, a somewhat ordinary Englishman, and his adventurous wife, Lady Wyverne, as they embark on a journey to Algeria. The narrative explores themes of marital dynamics, intrigue, and the clash between reason and the allure of the mysterious, largely through Lady Wyverne’s growing fascination with her surroundings and the enigmatic figures they encounter. At the start of the story, Sir Claude and Lady Wyverne are introduced as a couple with contrasting personalities. While Sir Claude is more reserved and prefers the tranquility of their planned life in Leicestershire, Lady Wyverne is restless, eager for new experiences, and insists on traveling to Algeria. During their stop in Paris, they consult an astrologer, adding a mystical layer to their journey. After a brief stay in Algeria, they plan to venture into the desert, where the allure of adventure and the exotic begins to draw Lady Wyverne closer to the local culture and characters, particularly a young Arab Spahi whom she finds captivating. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | British -- Africa, North -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72349 |
| Release Date | Dec 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 42 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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