Ashcliffe Hall: A tale of the last century by Emily Sarah Holt

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Author Holt, Emily Sarah, 1836-1893
Title Ashcliffe Hall: A tale of the last century
Original Publication United States: D. D. Merrill Company,1870.
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Al Haines
Summary "Ashcliffe Hall: A Tale of the Last Century" by Emily Sarah Holt is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set in England, it explores themes of family dynamics, societal norms, and secretive undertones in a historical context. The story follows the Passmore family, particularly focusing on characters like Celia, Lucy, and their various interactions with intriguing visitors and hidden secrets linked to the political climate of their time. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the family members at Ashcliffe Hall as they engage in their daily routines, highlighting their traditional lifestyle. The chapter details interactions between the sisters, Lucy and Celia, as they prepare for tea and reflect on the sermons they endure, revealing a mixture of youthful curiosity and the restrictive expectations of their society. Within this setting, hints of a mysterious world beneath the surface emerge, including concealed chambers and discussions of political intrigue, seeding suspense for the reader and suggesting an exploration of deeper societal issues along with personal struggles as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction
Subject Religious fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 69096
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 19, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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