The Mystery of Metropolisville by Edward Eggleston

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Author Eggleston, Edward, 1837-1902
Title The Mystery of Metropolisville
Credits Produced by John Hagerson, Rick Niles, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Mystery of Metropolisville" by Edward Eggleston is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story focuses on the fluctuating fortunes of the fictional town of Metropolisville as it grapples with themes of ambition, community life, and human relationships amidst the backdrop of American society. The main character, Albert Charlton, a young student, finds himself navigating personal and social challenges while developing feelings for his sister's friend, Katy. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Metropolisville, once a bustling frontier town that has since fallen into decay. The book begins with a reflection on the town's once-vibrant life, now reduced to memories and agricultural fields. The reader meets Whisky Jim, a stagecoach driver, who offers a glimpse of the local culture and attitudes of the time during his interaction with a scholarly passenger, Charlton. This opening sets the stage for the exploration of human nature, social dynamics, and the impact of changing times on personal lives and relationships in a growing America. As the story unfolds, Charlton's growing affection for the sweet-natured Katy and his observations on her interactions with Westcott, a dubious suitor, hint at the complex interplay of love and society that will be central to the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Detective and mystery stories
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EBook-No. 12195
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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