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Title: The Secret of the Tower

Note: Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Note: Also published under the title: Beaumaroy Home from the Wars.

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Summary: "The Secret of the Tower" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely around 1919, amidst the backdrop of post-World War I societal changes. The story centers around Doctor Mary Arkroyd, a young woman fulfilling her professional duties in a quaint village called Inkston, providing a glimpse into her life and experiences as she navigates her responsibilities and the complexities of human emotions that accompany her interactions with others, including the enigmatic Mr. Beaumaroy and the elderly Mr. Saffron. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Doctor Mary Arkroyd and her childhood friend Cynthia Walford, who faces personal turmoil after a failed engagement. The narrative unfolds through their conversation, revealing Cynthia's past heartache and Mary’s determination to uplift her spirits. As they walk through the village, they encounter the peculiar Tower Cottage, home to Mr. Saffron and his mysterious companion, Beaumaroy. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of social dynamics, local mysteries, and personal quests that intertwine the characters' lives within the intricacies of their village setting. This introduction hints at a blend of romance and intrigue that further invites readers into the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933

EBook No.: 10057

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Veterans -- Fiction

Subject: Mystery fiction

Subject: Women physicians -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Secret of the Tower

Note: Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Note: Also published under the title: Beaumaroy Home from the Wars.

Credits: Etext produced by Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the PG Distributed
Proofreaders.
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Secret of the Tower" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely around 1919, amidst the backdrop of post-World War I societal changes. The story centers around Doctor Mary Arkroyd, a young woman fulfilling her professional duties in a quaint village called Inkston, providing a glimpse into her life and experiences as she navigates her responsibilities and the complexities of human emotions that accompany her interactions with others, including the enigmatic Mr. Beaumaroy and the elderly Mr. Saffron. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Doctor Mary Arkroyd and her childhood friend Cynthia Walford, who faces personal turmoil after a failed engagement. The narrative unfolds through their conversation, revealing Cynthia's past heartache and Mary’s determination to uplift her spirits. As they walk through the village, they encounter the peculiar Tower Cottage, home to Mr. Saffron and his mysterious companion, Beaumaroy. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of social dynamics, local mysteries, and personal quests that intertwine the characters' lives within the intricacies of their village setting. This introduction hints at a blend of romance and intrigue that further invites readers into the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933

EBook No.: 10057

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 63

Language: English

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Veterans -- Fiction

Subject: Mystery fiction

Subject: Women physicians -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.