Mildred Arkell: A Novel. Vol. 3 (of 3) by Mrs. Henry Wood
"Mildred Arkell: A Novel" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a three-volume fiction work written in the mid-19th century. This novel unfolds the complexities of relationships, legal disputes, and personal turmoil, primarily focusing on the titular character, Mildred Arkell. The story involves themes of love, intrigue, and the quest for truth within a framework of familial and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces the business dynamics within a law firm as
Mr. Littelby is installed as the new manager. The narrative quickly shifts to an ongoing case, Carr versus Carr, that involves a disputed marriage record. As Mr. Littelby learns that the marriage purportedly took place is not registered, confusion ensues regarding its legitimacy. Concurrently, the bittersweet reunion of Mrs. Dundyke with her husband, presumed dead, adds layers of emotional depth and mystery. This opening sets the stage for unfolding dramas surrounding personal identity, integrity, and the encompassing atmosphere of suspense leading into the courtroom, all pivotal to understanding the characters’ motivations and the evolving plot. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mildred Arkell: A Novel. Vol. 3 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Cicconetti and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39693 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 360 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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