The Mystery of Murray Davenport: A Story of New York at the Present Day by Stephens
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"The Mystery of Murray Davenport: A Story of New York at the Present Day" by Robert Neilson Stephens is a novel set in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around a young writer named Thomas Larcher, who becomes embroiled in a quest to uncover the life and circumstances of a man named Murray Davenport, as requested by a mysterious young woman named Edna. This quest unfolds against the vibrant backdrop of
contemporary New York, blending themes of ambition, love, and the artistic struggle. The opening of the story introduces Thomas Larcher on a rainy August night in New York, where he receives an unexpected telegram from Edna, inviting him for a meeting that reveals her unusual interest in Murray Davenport, an artist and writer whose circumstances she wishes to explore. As Larcher prepares to delve into the life of Davenport, he navigates the bustling city and its eclectic characters, starting with a consultation with a friend who has connections in the art community. The beginning effectively sets the stage for a mystery intertwined with personal ambitions and complex relationships, while hinting at deeper challenges awaiting both Larcher and Davenport in their respective journeys. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Stephens, Robert Neilson, 1867-1906 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Mystery of Murray Davenport: A Story of New York at the Present Day |
| Credits |
Text file produced by Stan Goodman, Mary Meehan and Distributed Proofreaders HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9185 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-09185-3 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 453 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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