02447cam a22003133u 4500 42222 UtSlPG 20260610133951.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933 Double Harness Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-02-27 Produced by Andriy Sen, 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.) "Double Harness" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Grantley Imason and his fiancée Sibylla Chiddingfold, exploring themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. The interactions between characters set the stage for a narrative that probes the complexities of relationships, particularly as they navigate the ups and downs of impending commitment against the backdrop of differing personalities and life experiences. The opening of the book introduces Tom Courtland, who is feeling burdened by his marriage and longs for freedom as he spends time with his friend Grantley Imason. Through their dialogue, the reader gets a glimpse of the societal pressures surrounding love and marriage, specifically focusing on Courtland's reluctance to return to his wife. The scene shifts to various characters, including Sibylla’s brother, Jeremy, who expresses skeptical views about marriage. This rich tapestry of characters and their conversations foreshadows a deeper exploration of romance and its challenges, particularly as Grantley's affection for Sibylla develops amidst societal scrutiny and personal dilemmas. The introduction sets a tone of reflective observation on the institution of marriage, laying the groundwork for the ensuing narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Marriage -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42222 83061 83061