Mirk Abbey, Volume 1 (of 3) by James Payn
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"Mirk Abbey, Volume 1 (of 3)" by James Payn is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around Lady Lisgard, a widowed mother living at Mirk Abbey, as she navigates her memories, relationships with her children, and the challenges that come with their differing personalities and unfolding tensions. The novel delves into themes of loss, family dynamics, and social class, highlighting Lady Lisgard's experiences in the context of
her late husband and her role as a mother." "At the start of the novel, the setting is established on Christmas Eve in the cold and snowy Mirk Abbey, with Lady Lisgard reflecting on her past and the memories of her late husband, Sir Robert. The narrative introduces her three children—Sir Richard, Walter, and Letty—who each have distinct personalities and relationships with their mother, further complicating family dynamics. As Christmas bells toll, the atmosphere is both solemn and nostalgic, hinting at past sorrows while also paving the way for the introduction of new characters, notably a stranger named Mr. Derrick, whose arrival may disrupt the fragile equilibrium of the Abbey's household. The beginning lays the groundwork for a richly detailed exploration of the Lisgard family’s personal struggles and broader socio-economic themes at play in their lives." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Payn, James, 1830-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mirk Abbey, Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47771 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 388 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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