Elster's Folly: A Novel by Mrs. Henry Wood

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Author Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887
Title Elster's Folly: A Novel
Note Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Elster's Folly: A Novel" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative takes place in a picturesque village in the English Midlands, focusing on the Elster family and their connections, as well as the societal dynamics of the village. The story interweaves themes of class, personal dilemmas, and the intrigue surrounding the family legacy, particularly as it involves Percival Elster, known as Val, and the tragedy of his late brother George. The opening of the novel introduces the charming village of Calne and sets a serene morning scene with the arrival of a goods train. It describes the station-master and a surly porter discussing the late arrival of the train, which hints at the complexities of village life. A distinguished young man, Percival Elster, emerges from the train and reveals his connection to the prominent Elster family of Hartledon, raising curiosity about his past, his family's legacy, and the events that led to the dramatic shifts in their lives, including his brother's death. The atmosphere is steeped in a sense of history and foreshadowing, indicating that the characters' lives are intertwined with the looming presence of both personal and social strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
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EBook-No. 16798
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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