02436cam a22003493u 4500 39587 UtSlPG 20260610133915.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Marshall, Archibald, 1866-1934 The Graftons: A Novel Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Sequel to Abington Abbey, #35106. Release date is 2012-05-01 Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive. "The Graftons: A Novel" by Archibald Marshall is a work of fiction likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Cooper family, particularly focusing on the Reverend William Cooper, who is on his deathbed, and his hopes for his son, Denis, to inherit the position of Rector. As the narrative unfolds in the context of the English countryside before and during the tumult of World War I, it examines themes of family, social class, and the implications of clerical patronage in rural life. The opening of the novel introduces us to the impending death of the old Rector, William Cooper, and captures his family's complex emotions as they await the inevitable. His two daughters and son, Denis, reflect on their lives together and the possible future, which is clouded by uncertainty about who will take over the parish. The family dynamics are intertwined with the expectations and traditions of church patronage, as the Rector’s illness prompts discussions about Denis's potential appointment as his successor. This setup invites readers into a world of pastoral concerns and social obligations, setting the stage for deeper explorations of character and moral dilemmas as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Country life -- England -- Fiction Mate selection -- Fiction England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Families -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39587 80426 80426