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Lynde, Francis
1856
1930
Thulstrup, Thure de
1848
1930
De Thulstrup, Thure
Thulstrup, T. de (Thure de)
Thulstrup, Thule de
The Master of Appleby
A Novel Tale Concerning Itself in Part with the Great Struggle in the Two Carolinas; but Chiefly with the Adventures Therein of Two Gentlemen Who Loved One and the Same Lady
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"The Master of Appleby" by Francis Lynde is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. This tale revolves around Captain John Ireton, who returns to Carolina after years in military service only to find his family's estate usurped and caught in the chaos of the American Revolutionary War. The narrative unfolds a complex web of love, rivalry, and conflict, particularly framed around Ireton's duel with Sir Francis Falconnet, a pressing figure in both his past and present struggles. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, John Ireton, receives a challenge to a duel from Captain Falconnet, which is delivered by Richard Jennifer, a childhood friend. The chapter intricately describes Ireton's feelings of anger and determination as he prepares for the impending fight, while also providing a backstory of personal loss and the social tension of the time. Ireton's return to Carolina ignites old memories and rivalries, particularly involving a lady named Margery Stair, whose connection with Falconnet adds further complication to the unfolding drama. The opening establishes a rich historical backdrop intertwined with personal stakes, setting the stage for themes of honor, love, and the carnage of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Historical fiction
Love stories
Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
South Carolina -- Fiction
North Carolina -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
Category: History - American
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