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Title: A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1
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Summary: "A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It centers around the life and reflections of the narrator, who recounts his memories of growing up in Canterbury and explores the intertwined fates of his family and the prominent Harmer family over generations. The themes of change, societal expectations, and personal relationships are evident as we are introduced to the characters and the setting. The opening of the novel establishes a nostalgic and contemplative atmosphere, as the narrator reflects on the town of Canterbury, unchanging yet emotional, and his childhood spent there. We learn about his family's dynamics, especially his father's scientific inclination and gentle nature, contrasted with the strict upbringing imposed by the mother's health concerns. The introduction of the Harmers suggests a deeper historical intrigue tied to loyalty, legacy, and religious tensions, while the narrative hints at coming conflicts and familial estrangements. This initial glimpse into the narrator's world sets the stage for the explorative journey that follows, as he seeks answers about the intertwined legacies of both his family and the Harmers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
EBook No.: 35012
Published: Jan 20, 2011
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1
Credits:
Produced by David Edwards, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It centers around the life and reflections of the narrator, who recounts his memories of growing up in Canterbury and explores the intertwined fates of his family and the prominent Harmer family over generations. The themes of change, societal expectations, and personal relationships are evident as we are introduced to the characters and the setting. The opening of the novel establishes a nostalgic and contemplative atmosphere, as the narrator reflects on the town of Canterbury, unchanging yet emotional, and his childhood spent there. We learn about his family's dynamics, especially his father's scientific inclination and gentle nature, contrasted with the strict upbringing imposed by the mother's health concerns. The introduction of the Harmers suggests a deeper historical intrigue tied to loyalty, legacy, and religious tensions, while the narrative hints at coming conflicts and familial estrangements. This initial glimpse into the narrator's world sets the stage for the explorative journey that follows, as he seeks answers about the intertwined legacies of both his family and the Harmers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
EBook No.: 35012
Published: Jan 20, 2011
Downloads: 151
Language: English
Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.