Red Spider, Volume 1 (of 2) by S. Baring-Gould
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"Red Spider, Volume 1 (of 2)" by S. Baring-Gould is a fictional novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in the rural parish of Bratton Clovelly, Devon, centering around the lives of two brothers-in-law, Hillary Nanspian and Taverner Langford, whose rivalry escalates over personal grievances and a superstitious belief in an auspicious red spider. Through their interactions, the story weaves themes of class dynamics, societal change, and the fading
rural customs of the time. The opening of this novel introduces readers to the author’s nostalgic connection to the landscape and village life he recalls from his childhood. The chapter begins by detailing the physical and character contrasts between the two central figures: the boisterous and somewhat careless Hillary and the reserved, calculating Langford. Their initial camaraderie is depicted through playful banter that quickly descends into conflict over matters of inheritance, social standing, and an ill-fated argument ignited by a mere spider. The stage is set for intrigue and tension as their feud begins to draw in the wider community of Bratton Clovelly, foreshadowing conflict that may affect their families and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine), 1834-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | Red Spider, Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54374 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-54374-1 |
| Release Date | Mar 16, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 458 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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