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Hartstonge, Matthew Weld
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Hartstonge, M. W. (Matthew Weld)
Weld-Hartstonge, Matthew
Weld, Matthew
The Eve of All-Hallows; Or, Adelaide of Tyrconnel, v. 1 of 3
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"The Eve of All-Hallows; Or, Adelaide of Tyrconnel" by Matthew Weld Hartstonge is a historical romance written in the early 19th century. The narrative is set in a time of superstition and tradition, focusing on significant events surrounding the characters' lives, particularly the birth and upbringing of Adelaide Raymond, the only child of the Duke of Tyrconnel. Various themes such as destiny, the supernatural, and the nuances of nobility and common life are likely explored through the interactions of an array of characters, including the Reverend Doctor M'Kenzie and Colonel Davidson. The opening of the work introduces a dramatic maritime scene on the eve of All-Hallows, featuring Reverend Doctor M'Kenzie aboard a ship preparing for its dangerous voyage from Scotland to Ireland. As stormy weather and supernatural elements begin to weave into the narrative, Colonel Davidson, a noble yet troubled stranger aboard the same vessel, is depicted in a state of inner turmoil, hinting at deeper emotional and possibly supernatural conflicts to come. The first chapter sets a foreboding and evocative tone that suggests a tale filled with adventure, tragedy, and the complexities of human emotions against a backdrop of historical and supernatural intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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