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Title: The Old English Baron: a Gothic Story
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Old_English_Baron
Credits: Produced by Jack Voller, and David Widger
Summary: "The Old English Baron: a Gothic Story" by Clara Reeve is a gothic novel written in the mid-18th century, which builds upon the popular themes established in earlier romance literature. The narrative weaves a tale of adventure, mystery, and supernatural elements, exploring the intricacies of human emotion, virtue, and societal dynamics. At its center is Sir Philip Harclay, a noble knight who returns to England after years of service and conflict in foreign lands, seeking to reconnect with his past and an estranged friend, amid an atmosphere filled with intrigue and unearthly happenings. At the start of the story, Sir Philip Harclay mourns the loss of friends while navigating the complexities of his own past. Having returned to England, he is drawn to the Castle of Lovel, hoping to reconnect with his childhood companion, Lord Lovel. However, upon his arrival, he learns of the tragic fate of Lord Lovel and the disappearance of his family. Introduced are themes of loyalty and social dynamics, particularly embodied by the character of Edmund Twyford, a humble servant who gains special favor with the Baron's family. As Sir Philip contemplates his unfulfilled life and losses, he decides to confront the enigmas of the castle and its haunted history, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of fate and identity in a world fraught with hidden dangers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Reeve, Clara, 1729-1807
EBook No.: 5182
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 379
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Gothic fiction
Subject: Nobility -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Old English Baron: a Gothic Story
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Old_English_Baron
Credits: Produced by Jack Voller, and David Widger
Summary: "The Old English Baron: a Gothic Story" by Clara Reeve is a gothic novel written in the mid-18th century, which builds upon the popular themes established in earlier romance literature. The narrative weaves a tale of adventure, mystery, and supernatural elements, exploring the intricacies of human emotion, virtue, and societal dynamics. At its center is Sir Philip Harclay, a noble knight who returns to England after years of service and conflict in foreign lands, seeking to reconnect with his past and an estranged friend, amid an atmosphere filled with intrigue and unearthly happenings. At the start of the story, Sir Philip Harclay mourns the loss of friends while navigating the complexities of his own past. Having returned to England, he is drawn to the Castle of Lovel, hoping to reconnect with his childhood companion, Lord Lovel. However, upon his arrival, he learns of the tragic fate of Lord Lovel and the disappearance of his family. Introduced are themes of loyalty and social dynamics, particularly embodied by the character of Edmund Twyford, a humble servant who gains special favor with the Baron's family. As Sir Philip contemplates his unfulfilled life and losses, he decides to confront the enigmas of the castle and its haunted history, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of fate and identity in a world fraught with hidden dangers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Reeve, Clara, 1729-1807
EBook No.: 5182
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 379
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: Gothic fiction
Subject: Nobility -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Henry VI, 1422-1461 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.