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Knight, E. F. (Edward Frederick)
1852
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Knight, Edward Frederick
The Threatening Eye
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"The Threatening Eye" by E. F. Knight is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds around Mary Grimm, a young girl trapped in a life of severe oppression and familial cruelty, primarily at the hands of her father and stepmother. The narrative paints a picture of her grim upbringing and sets the stage for her struggle against the confines of her abusive household. At the start of the work, Mary Grimm's unhappy existence in a respectable yet stifling Brixton street is vividly depicted. Her father's meanness contrasts with the desires for freedom that stir within her, pushing her to contemplate escape from her derisive home life. When she is sent on an errand, her yearning for a breath of freedom momentarily overwhelms her responsibilities. This pivotal moment of indecision leads to her impulsive choice to abandon her old life, marking the beginning of her journey into the unknown. As she learns to navigate her newfound liberty, she encounters Thomas Hudson, a barrister, who becomes a pivotal figure in her story, suggesting the complexities that lie ahead in their relationship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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