02186cam a22003133u 4500 74189 UtSlPG 20260610134722.0 m cr n 260607r20241876utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Guernsey, Lucy Ellen, 1826-1899 Guy Falconer Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-08-05 "Guy Falconer; Or, The Chronicles of the Old Moat House" by Lucy Ellen Guernsey is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the fallout of a family's financial difficulties and their forced departure from the ancestral home, the Moat House. The narrative presents a poignant exploration of themes like familial duty, loss, and resilience, particularly through the eyes of the central characters, Mrs. Falconer and her children, Guy and Maude. The opening of the story introduces us to a significant event: the old gentleman, Mr. Falconer, is making critical decisions about his estate as he faces his mortality. Amidst a backdrop of impending changes, he expresses concern for his late son Guy's widow and children. This familial turmoil sets off a chain of events that impacts the entire community, as the Moat House is slated for sale, resulting in uproar among the local villagers. The chapter establishes a rich tapestry of emotion, interweaving dialogues that reflect both personal struggles and societal reactions, hinting at the deeper themes of loyalty, justice, and the quest for identity that the characters will confront as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: Sunday School Union, 1876 Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction England -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74189 114914 114914