A Perilous Secret by Charles Reade
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About this eBook
| Author | Reade, Charles, 1814-1884 |
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| Title | A Perilous Secret |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "A Perilous Secret" by Charles Reade is a novel written in the late 19th century that explores themes of mystery, family, and societal contrasts. The story centers on William Hope, a talented but down-on-his-luck father struggling to provide for his young daughter, Grace, after the death of his wife. As they navigate their difficult journey, their paths intertwine with those of Mary Bartley, a wealthy child who is also facing her own dire circumstances. The opening of the book introduces William Hope and his four-year-old daughter, Grace, who are traveling on foot after the recent death of William's wife. Despite his many talents, William is unable to find stable employment and is haunted by the fear of losing his only remaining joy, Grace, who begins to show signs of illness. Their journey leads them to encounter various adversities, including starvation and the search for work. In a twist of fate, William discovers coal on the land owned by Colonel Clifford, but is met with disdain from the wealthy landowner, who dismisses his claims. The chapter sets the stage for a deep exploration of the struggles of a poor man against the indifference of the upper class, foreshadowing the complex interactions between the two families that will unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12470 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 159 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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