Kissing the Rod: A Novel. (Vol. 3 of 3) by Edmund Yates
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"Kissing the Rod: A Novel" by Edmund Yates is a dramatic fiction work likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Robert Streightley, a man grappling with the devastating consequences of both personal failures and professional setbacks, primarily stemming from his troubled marriage to Katharine Guyon. The story delves into themes of guilt, despair, and the longing for redemption as Robert confronts the fallout of his past actions. At
the start of the novel, we witness Robert's emotional turmoil following the death of his father-in-law, Mr. Guyon, and the subsequent revelation that his wife, Katharine, has left him. The moment is charged with grief and guilt as Robert reflects on the deceitful circumstances that bound them together. He is tormented by the sense of loss for Katharine, who he believes has left him eternally, and faces the stark reality of his ruined business and shattered personal life. The opening sets a poignant tone, signaling a deep exploration of the characters' psyches and the complex web of relationships that leads to their current predicaments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Yates, Edmund, 1831-1894 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kissing the Rod: A Novel. (Vol. 3 of 3) |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58519 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-58519-2 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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