In the Name of a Woman: A Romance by Arthur W. Marchmont
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"In the Name of a Woman: A Romance" by Arthur W. Marchmont is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in Sofia, Bulgaria, amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and social unrest, following the daring escapades of the protagonist, Gerald Winthrop, as he becomes entangled with a mysterious and attractive woman, Countess Anna Bokara. The narrative explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the tumultuous intersection of personal desire
and political duty. The opening of the book introduces a dramatic rescue scene, where Winthrop intervenes to save the Countess from two assailants. This thrilling event sets the stage for their ensuing dialogue, revealing the Countess's strong character and her disdain for weakness in the face of danger. As she tends to her wound and expresses her gratitude, it becomes evident that she is embroiled in dangerous political machinations involving Russia's influence in Bulgaria. Winthrop, while captivated by her strength and beauty, is hesitant to align himself with her cause due to his own secret mission. The tension builds as the narrative hints at their complex relationship, underscoring not only their immediate peril but also the larger stakes at play in a country on the brink of turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Marchmont, Arthur W., 1852-1923 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Murray Smith, D., 1865-1952 |
| LoC No. | 01029535 |
| Title | In the Name of a Woman: A Romance |
| Original Publication | United States: Frederick A. Stokes Company,1900. |
| Credits | D A Alexander, David E. Brown, 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: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Romantic suspense fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67546 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67546-6 |
| Release Date | Mar 3, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 466 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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