The Invisible Foe by Louise Jordan Miln and Walter Hackett
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| Author | Miln, Louise Jordan, 1864-1933 |
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| Author | Hackett, Walter, 1876-1944 |
| Title |
The Invisible Foe
A Story Adapted from the Play by Walter Hackett |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Invisible Foe" by Louise Jordan Miln and Walter Hackett is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around three children: Stephen, an orphan who is ambitious and masterful in nature; Hugh, who is more stolid and devoted; and Helen, the pretty, imaginative daughter of their guardian, Richard Bransby. As they navigate their childhood at Deep Dale, the dynamics of their relationships foreshadow deeper themes of power, longing, and the struggles of growing up. At the start of the novel, Stephen is depicted as a curious and observant boy, captivated by the flight of birds, while Hugh engages in simple play and Helen entertains herself with imaginary friends. Their interrelations are nuanced: Stephen's desire for power often clashes with his affection for Helen, who appears seraphic yet firmly controls her surroundings. Richard Bransby, their uncle and guardian, is portrayed as a stern and complex character, burdened by the loss of loved ones and the responsibility of caring for the children. The beginning sets the stage for a narrative that explores themes of love, ambition, and the burdens of inheritance against the backdrop of a seemingly idyllic childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Paranormal fiction |
| Subject | Mystery fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Embezzlement -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50188 |
| Release Date | Oct 12, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 19, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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