The Mysteries of Heron Dyke: A Novel of Incident. Volume 1 (of 3) by T. W. Speight
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| Author | Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson), 1830-1915 |
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| Title | The Mysteries of Heron Dyke: A Novel of Incident. Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Summary | "The Mysteries of Heron Dyke: A Novel of Incident. Volume 1" by T. W. Speight is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Denison family, particularly the dying patriarch Gilbert Denison and his troubled nephew, also named Gilbert, who is poised to inherit his uncle's estate, Heron Dyke. The narrative delves into themes of legacy, personal redemption, and the intricate relationships within a declining aristocratic family. The opening portion introduces readers to Gilbert Denison on his deathbed, where he imparts important information about his will to his nephew. As they discuss the past and the younger Gilbert's reckless lifestyle, the tension between the two is palpable. The elder Denison reveals that his will contains a unique provision stipulating that if the younger Gilbert does not live to see his 70th birthday, the estate will pass to his cousin, a situation that ignites both fear and determination in the young heir. As the story unfolds, the dynamics of this family, along with their enigmatic history, become central to the plot, setting the stage for further mysteries and interpersonal conflicts at Heron Dyke. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57755 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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