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Buck, Charles Neville
1879
1957
The Beneficent Burglar
$aUnited States :$bThe Ridgway Company,$c1911.
Roger Frank and Sue Clark
"The Beneficent Burglar" by Charles Neville Buck is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around themes of love, elopement, and a series of comedic misadventures that unfold as the protagonist attempts to secure his future with the woman he loves. Set against a backdrop of societal norms and constraints, this light-hearted narrative delves into the lengths to which individuals will go for love, featuring a mix of humor and mistaken identities. The plot follows Lewis Copewell, who is desperately trying to prevent his beloved Mary Asheton from being sent away to Europe by her family as part of their efforts to keep them apart. With the help of his friend Alexander Hamilton Burrow, Copewell concocts an elaborate plan to elope with Mary. However, complications arise as miscommunication, misunderstandings, and the antics of various characters, including the mischievous burglar Rat Connors, create chaos. The story culminates in a series of comedic events that lead to mistaken encounters and an unexpected resolution. Ultimately, the narrative explores not only the pursuit of love but also the unpredictable nature of life, making for an engaging and entertaining read. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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1911
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Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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United States -- Fiction
Elopement -- Fiction
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Category: Romance
Category: Humour
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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