Quinneys' by Horace Annesley Vachell
"Quinneys’" by Horace Annesley Vachell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on Joe Quinney, a young man who has recently inherited his father's antique shop and is stepping into his new role with a mix of exuberance and ambition. The narrative explores Joe's transformation as he navigates his newfound independence, relationships, and ambitions while grappling with the complexities of love and business. The opening of the
novel introduces Joe Quinney as he reflects on his father's death and the newfound freedom that comes with it. As he returns home from the funeral, he is met with the implications of his inheritance and the potential it holds. The reader witnesses his inner conflict between the weight of family expectations and his desire to carve out his own identity in the antiques business. Interactions with local townsfolk illustrate the community's perception of Joe, while his budding romance with Susan Biddlecombe and their secret engagement adds a layer of personal stakes to Joe's journey. The vivid depiction of the world around him, along with his thoughts and aspirations, sets the stage for the character's growth and the challenges that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Vachell, Horace Annesley, 1861-1955 |
|---|---|
| Title | Quinneys' |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Antique dealers -- Fiction |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 50596 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-50596-1 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 514 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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