The Executor by Mrs. Oliphant

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Author Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897
Title The Executor
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine vol. LXXXIX
Series Title Chronicles of Carlingford
Note Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images
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Summary "The Executor" by Mrs. Oliphant is a novel published in the early 1860s, a period known for its rich literary contributions during the Victorian era. The story revolves around the unexpected implications of a will, particularly focusing on the character of John Brown, an attorney tasked with executing the estate of an eccentric woman, Mrs. Thomson. The narrative explores themes of social class and personal ambition in a small town, reflecting the complexities of human relationships and the dynamics of inheritance. The plot begins with the death of Mrs. Thomson, revealing a troubling will that bequeaths her fortune to an unknown daughter, Phœbe Thomson, whom no one has seen for decades. John Brown is charged with the responsibility of locating Phœbe to validate the will and access the funds. This search entangles him with the grieving Christians, who expected to inherit. As multiple characters navigate the social repercussions of the will’s contents, each experiences personal conflicts and reflections on status, aspiration, and morality. The unfolding drama not only highlights Brown’s struggles with his new role but also poignantly captures the fate of the innocent Bessie Christian, whose dreams intertwine with the consequences of this unexpected bequest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject Lawyers -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 59759
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 19, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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