No Hero by E. W. Hornung

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Author Hornung, E. W. (Ernest William), 1866-1921
Title No Hero
Note Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "No Hero" by E.W. Hornung is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely around the turn of the century. It explores themes of duty, relationships, and the complexities of personal history. The story centers around Duncan Clephane, a man returning from war, who unexpectedly reconnects with Catherine Evers, an old acquaintance, and her son Bob. The narrative unfolds as Duncan becomes embroiled in a web of emotions that span from love to duty as he navigates their lives and the potential complications that arise from Bob's growing infatuation with a mysterious widow, Mrs. Lascelles. The opening of "No Hero" sets the stage for a tale intertwined with past relationships and unspoken tensions. It begins with Duncan receiving a letter from Catherine, prompting memories and reflections on their shared history. As he prepares to visit her, he confronts his physical limitations from war injuries while reminiscing about the past. Upon arrival, Duncan finds Catherine unchanged yet different, concerned about her son Bob's attachment to Mrs. Lascelles, a woman whose reputation causes unease. This initial interaction establishes a sense of duty within Duncan to protect Bob, setting up for a deeper exploration of relationships against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal sacrifice. The complexity of these connections hints at the challenges Duncan will face as he seeks to steer Bob away from potential heartbreak, revealing the layered intricacies of love and friendship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Young men -- Fiction
Subject Widows -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject British -- Switzerland -- Fiction
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Veterans -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 11153
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 18, 2004
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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