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Title: Far above rubies (Vol. 2 of 3) : A novel
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Tinsley Brothers, 1867.
Note: Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Far Above Rubies" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a multi-volume novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds at Berrie Down, centering around the lives of the Dudley family and their interactions with various characters, particularly Mr. Black, a promoter whose schemes have introduced both excitement and tension. The narrative explores themes of domestic life, ambition, love, and the impact of secrets on relationships, with a focus on Heather Dudley and her husband, Arthur. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a lively breakfast scene at the Dudley home, where Miss Hope engages in a witty exchange with Mr. Black about investments, revealing her cleverness and his shrewdness. Meanwhile, Heather is preoccupied with the wellbeing of her family, particularly concerned with Arthur's new business ventures and the potential risks they pose. The narrative transitions to highlight the dynamics of the family and their guests as they navigate their personal aspirations and conflicts, setting the stage for the unfolding drama that intertwines their lives with Mr. Black's ambitious plans and the tension it brings into their domestic sphere. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906
EBook No.: 71113
Published: Jul 4, 2023
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Far above rubies (Vol. 2 of 3) : A novel
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Tinsley Brothers, 1867.
Note: Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Far Above Rubies" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a multi-volume novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds at Berrie Down, centering around the lives of the Dudley family and their interactions with various characters, particularly Mr. Black, a promoter whose schemes have introduced both excitement and tension. The narrative explores themes of domestic life, ambition, love, and the impact of secrets on relationships, with a focus on Heather Dudley and her husband, Arthur. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a lively breakfast scene at the Dudley home, where Miss Hope engages in a witty exchange with Mr. Black about investments, revealing her cleverness and his shrewdness. Meanwhile, Heather is preoccupied with the wellbeing of her family, particularly concerned with Arthur's new business ventures and the potential risks they pose. The narrative transitions to highlight the dynamics of the family and their guests as they navigate their personal aspirations and conflicts, setting the stage for the unfolding drama that intertwines their lives with Mr. Black's ambitious plans and the tension it brings into their domestic sphere. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906
EBook No.: 71113
Published: Jul 4, 2023
Downloads: 66
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.