The Black-Sealed Letter by Andrew Learmont Spedon
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"The Black-Sealed Letter" by Andrew Learmont Spedon is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work depicts the intertwined lives of characters navigating the trials of love, societal expectations, and personal struggles in Victorian London and later in Canada. The story centers around Frederick Charlston, a young man grappling with his commitments and emotions toward Clara Hazledon, as well as the challenges that arise from their past, which complicates their
future. At the start of the novel, the narrative sets a bustling scene in London during a chilly November evening in 1869. We are introduced to the Charlston family, who embody the ideal of a sober and industrious household. Tensions unfold with the arrival of Charles Holstrom, a friend of Frederick, bringing a mix of humor and boundaries to their lives. The narrative then reveals Frederick's secret engagement to Clara and the complications that arise from a prior indiscretion. Clara's struggles against societal judgment and her complex relationship with Frederick are highlighted, especially in light of Frederick's ambitious, yet reckless plans for emigration to Canada. The opening chapters skillfully set the stage for themes of love, betrayal, and the search for a better life, making it an evocative read for those interested in historical fiction entwined with personal drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Spedon, Andrew Learmont, 1831-1884 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Black-Sealed Letter Or, The Misfortunes of a Canadian Cockney. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canadian fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18514 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18514-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 488 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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