The white countess by Florence Warden
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"The White Countess" by Florence Warden is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around the lives of Gerard and Audrey Angmering, a young couple facing a sudden and harrowing crisis when Gerard is accused of bank fraud, embroiled in a perplexing mystery of forged cheques. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, innocence, and social challenges as they seek help from their friend, Mr. Candover, and grapple with
the implications of the charges against Gerard. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the Angmerings in their modest flat, where Gerard reveals to Audrey the shocking news of the accusations against him, setting the stage for their struggle. The couple is portrayed with deep emotional nuance as they navigate the turmoil brought about by the crisis, with Audrey's steadfast support becoming a critical element in overcoming their challenges. As the story progresses, they seek assistance from Candover, who provides both support and complications as the social dynamics come into play. The opening lays a foundation for a complex tale of love, betrayal, and the quest for justice amidst societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Warden, Florence, 1857-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | The white countess |
| Original Publication | London: John Long, 1907. |
| Credits | an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mystery and detective stories |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Subject | Forgery -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71864 |
| Release Date | Oct 13, 2023 |
| Last Update | Dec 2, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 309 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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