A Man of the Moors by Halliwell Sutcliffe
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"A Man of the Moors" by Halliwell Sutcliffe is a novel written in the late 19th century. This story unfolds in the rugged landscapes of the Haworth countryside, focusing on the lives of its inhabitants and their complex interactions, particularly between Joe and Kate Strangeways, a troubled couple. The narrative captures the contrasts between the characters' personalities and the challenges they face in their rural lives, setting the stage for an exploration
of love, jealousy, and personal growth. The opening of the novel introduces us to Joe Strangeways, a coarse and harsh man who struggles with his volatile nature and his marriage to the sensitive Kate Strangeways. Kate, who desires a richer experience of life beyond her oppressive relationship, finds solace in an unexpected friendship with Mrs. Lomax, an eccentric and charitable lady from the village. The arrival of Griff Lomax, Mrs. Lomax's son, brings an opportunity for change and potential romance as he returns to his rural roots after time spent in the city. As the dynamics of Kate's life begin to shift, Gabriel Hirst—a local preacher grappling with his own inner turmoil—emerges as another pivotal character, highlighting the tensions between personal desires and societal expectations. Through these intertwined lives, the narrative sets up a compelling exploration of the moors' enchanting yet harsh environment against the backdrop of human emotion and conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sutcliffe, Halliwell, 1870-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Man of the Moors |
| Credits |
Produced by D A Alexander, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Yorkshire (England) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63476 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-63476-0 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 433 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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