02360cam a22003013u 4500 47338 UtSlPG 20260610134104.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Alexander, Mrs., 1825-1902 Kate Vernon: A Tale. Vol. 1 (of 3) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-11-13 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Christopher Wright 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.) "Kate Vernon: A Tale. Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Mrs. Alexander is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds against a backdrop of societal change and military life, centering around the experiences of Captain Fred Egerton as he navigates a military posting, romantic interests, and social interactions in a town marked by class tensions. The main character's fascination with a mysterious lady at a ball sets the stage for a narrative steeped in themes of love, identity, and social standing. The opening of the novel introduces a dreary autumn in a town heavily impacted by economic difficulty, wherein Captain Egerton and his fellow officers find themselves out of their element among the local manufacturing society. Amidst an unenthusiastic gathering, the captain becomes enchanted by a striking young woman at a ball, who exudes a natural grace that sets her apart from her companions. Their connection begins when he mistakenly believes they know each other, sparking a lively dialogue filled with playful deception and heartfelt exploration. This chance meeting leads Egerton to pursue her, determined to uncover her identity and the deeper connection they might share, all while navigating the complications of social class and personal ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47338 88177 88177