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Warden, Florence
1857
1929
James, Florence Alice Price
The house on the marsh : $b A romance
$aNew York :$bD. Appleton and Company, $c1884.
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"The House on the Marsh: A Romance" by Florence Warden is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of rural England, the story follows the experiences of a young governess named Miss Christie, who takes up a position at the secluded Alders, home to Mr. and Mrs. Rayner and their daughter Haidee. With a mysterious atmosphere and hints of underlying tensions, the narrative explores themes of isolation, mental anguish, and the complexities of human relationships. At the start of the story, Miss Christie eagerly responds to an advertisement for a governess, excited about the opportunity despite some initial fears. Upon arriving in Geldham, she meets Mr. Rayner and is taken aback by his unexpected youthfulness and shyness. As Miss Christie navigates her new life, she grapples with her discomfort in a home that feels full of mystery, particularly regarding Mrs. Rayner, a woman described as cold and withdrawn. The narrative hints at deeper issues, likely connected to a tragic past that haunts the Rayners, creating an eerie atmosphere that compels the reader to ponder the emotional toll on each character and the dynamics of their relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/houseonmarsharo00wardgoog
20230928111211warden
1884
US
Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Governesses -- Fiction
Mystery fiction
Norfolk (England) -- Fiction
PR
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Category: Romance
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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