The Truth About Tristrem Varick: A Novel by Edgar Saltus
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"The Truth About Tristrem Varick: A Novel" by Edgar Saltus is a fiction work written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Tristrem Varick, an individual whose life is steeped in both tragedy and societal expectations, as he navigates love, friendship, and the burdens of a substantial inheritance. Its exploration of character dynamics sets a stage for the conflicts and themes of identity and belonging that permeate the narrative. The
opening of the novel establishes Tristrem Varick's life, marked by the tragic legacy of his family and the eccentricity of his choices, notably his decision to donate a fortune to charity. As he grows up, characterized by his charm and sensitivity, we see his relationships with various characters, including his childhood friend Royal Weldon, and the intriguing Miss Raritan, who captures his heart. The narrative is rich with characterization and vivid descriptions, introducing readers to the complexity of love and societal expectations during the time. As Tristrem moves towards adulthood, he grapples with his feelings for Miss Raritan amidst the backdrop of his father's unnerving indifference, foreshadowing emotional turmoil and societal challenges ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Saltus, Edgar, 1855-1921 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Truth About Tristrem Varick: A Novel |
| Credits |
Produced by Adam Buchbinder, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33099 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-33099-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 7, 2010 |
| Last Update | Mar 26, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 504 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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