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Reynolds, George W. M. (George William MacArthur)
1814
1879
Reynolds, George William MacArthur
Reynolds, G. W. M. (George William McArthur)
The Mysteries of London, v. 4/4
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"The Mysteries of London, v. 4/4" by George W. M. Reynolds is a serialized novel written in the mid-19th century. This dramatic narrative unfolds within the grim underbelly of Victorian London, where it delves into themes of crime, punishment, and redemption. The storyline revolves around a cast of characters, notably Benjamin Bones, known as Old Death, a notorious criminal, who is visited by the compassionate Esther de Medina as she attempts to lead him toward repentance. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the tense dynamic between prisoners confined in dark dungeons and their enigmatic keeper, the Blackamoor, who holds sway over their fates. Esther's visits to Old Death mark a pivotal moment, as she seeks to inspire hope and remorse within him. As each interaction unfolds, Old Death's character demonstrates a gradual shift from ferocity to introspection, reflecting on his past. The tension of whether he can truly change provides a gripping hook for the narrative, setting the stage for an exploration of morality and the possibility of redemption amid a backdrop of sinister actions and motives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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