The Captives by Hugh Walpole
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"The Captives" by Hugh Walpole is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The book unfolds the emotionally charged life of Maggie Cardinal, a young woman who is grappling with the recent death of her father, a miserly rector, and the complex relationships with her family members, particularly her Uncle Mathew and Aunt Anne. The narrative explores themes of isolation, self-discovery, and the quest for belonging in the wake of
loss. At the start of the story, Maggie experiences the abrupt death of her father, the Rev. Charles Cardinal, which marks a significant upheaval in her life. The opening chapters depict her immediate reaction to this event, traversing her memories and conflicting emotions about her father. As the villagers react to the funeral arrangements, Maggie reflects on her lack of genuine affection for her father and the resulting feelings of loneliness and relief at his passing. She interacts with Uncle Mathew, who is desperate for her attention and support, contrasting with Maggie's desire for independence and connection with her aunts, who represent a potential new chapter. The opening also hints at Maggie's internal struggles, as she prepares to leave her childhood home and confront the uncertainties ahead in London, filled with both hope and apprehension. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Walpole, Hugh, 1884-1941 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Captives |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3601 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03601-4 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 657 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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