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Sackville-West, V. (Victoria)
1892
1962
Nicolson, Victoria Mary Sackville-West
Sackville-West, Vita
Sackville-West, Victoria Mary, Hon.
Sackville-West, V. (Victoria Mary)
The Tale Of Mr. Peter Brown - Chelsea Justice
From "The New Decameron", Volume III.
Produced by David Widger
"The Tale Of Mr. Peter Brown - Chelsea Justice" by V. Sackville-West is a narrative fiction piece likely written in the early 20th century. The book delves into themes of human connection, isolation, and moral dilemmas through the lens of an unexpected encounter between two men in a London restaurant. The story explores the inner lives of its characters, particularly through the anxious musings of the narrator as he grapples with missed social opportunities and the complexities of human relationships in a rapidly changing society. The plot centers around the mysterious figure of Mr. Peter Brown, distinguished by his striking white hair and haunted demeanor. The narrator becomes intrigued by Peter, feeling a sense of guilt for not engaging with him during their first meeting. As their relationship develops, Peter reveals a tumultuous past involving a love affair with a friend's wife and the haunting consequences that ensued. His story leads to a climactic moment where he faces a moral reckoning regarding betrayal and revenge after being left to suffer in isolation on a buoy as a form of punishment by this friend. This intricate tale sheds light on human emotions, societal norms, and the personal struggles that shape our lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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