The Smuggler of King's Cove; or, The Old Chapel Mystery by Sylvanus Cobb

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Author Cobb, Sylvanus, 1823-1887
Title The Smuggler of King's Cove; or, The Old Chapel Mystery
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Summary "The Smuggler of King's Cove; or, The Old Chapel Mystery" by Sylvanus Cobb, Jr. is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds on the rugged coast of Headlandshire, England, focusing on the lives of characters involved in smuggling, particularly Hugh Maitland, a smuggler chief who is nearing death, and his son Percy Maitland. The novel explores themes of familial loyalty, the clash between duty and morality, and the underbelly of maritime smuggling against the backdrop of a captivating landscape. The opening of the novel introduces us to the formidable setting of King's Cove and the imminent death of Hugh Maitland, who makes two poignant requests of his son Percy. As Hugh lies dying, he asks Percy to promise to care for his mother and, intriguingly, to pilot their smuggling brig into the cove when needed. Despite his father's wishes, Percy is reluctant to continue the family legacy of smuggling. The narrative not only establishes crucial character relationships but also poses an air of mystery regarding Ralph Tryon, the new commander of the smuggling operation, and hints at underlying tensions within the family dynamic, particularly regarding Percy's mother's ties to Tryon. The stage is set for further adventures as Percy grapples with expectations and his own moral compass amid the dark realities of smuggling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Smugglers -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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