Gould, Nat 1857-1919 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Fast as the Wind: A Novel" by Nat Gould is a historical fiction novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around themes of horse racing and the complexities of personal relationships against a backdrop of mystery and danger. The main character, Picton Woodridge, a wealthy and popular man, is depicted grappling with emotional turmoil as he prepares to ride in races at Torquay while harboring concerns about his brother Hector, who has recently escaped from Dartmoor prison. At the start of the novel, a yacht named the "Sea-mew" arrives in Torbay, anchoring amid a picturesque scene that contrasts with the inner conflict of its owner, Picton Woodridge. He reflects on the troubles surrounding his brother Hector, who is the focus of a dark mystery tied to a woman, potentially intertwined with the tragic circumstances that have led to Hector's imprisonment. The narrative introduces Captain Ben Bruce, Picton's friend and ally, who becomes a critical figure in helping Picton navigate these troubled waters, as well as Dick Langford, who brings news of a convict's escape that heightens the tension in the story. As tensions rise, Picton commits to not only supporting his brother but also uncovering the truth behind the shadowy figures of their past. The opening chapters set a tone of intrigue, promising a blend of suspense and emotional depth in the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-03-20 Produced by Matthew Wheaton, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Horses -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Horse racing -- Fiction Escaped prisoners -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35618 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35618 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133819.0 35618