02298cam a22003373u 4500 54842 UtSlPG 20260610134250.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PR Locke, William John, 1863-1930 The Morals of Marcus Ordeyne. Finnish Vanhanpojan moraali Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-06-04 E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto "Vanhanpojan moraali" by William John Locke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Marcus Ordeyne, a man reflecting on his life and newfound freedom after learning about the tragic death of his family, which unexpectedly elevates him to the head of the family. As he navigates his complex relationships with various characters, including his ambitious aunt and two lively cousins, the theme of self-discovery and the societal pressures of marriage and duty loom large. At the start of the story, Marcus is in Verona, documenting his remarkable adventures six months after his liberation from a life of teaching. The opening chapters introduce his past in London, where he struggled with the oppressive nature of his profession and a disconnection from his relatives. The tragic news he receives sets him free from his burdens, and he begins to grapple with his identity and responsibilities, especially the pressure from his relatives to marry. The introduction of characters like his well-meaning but overbearing aunt Jessica and his spirited cousins adds depth and humor to Marcus's reflections as he seeks to find his place in a world that suddenly feels much larger and more complex than before. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Inheritance and succession -- Fiction Guardian and ward -- Fiction Scholars -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54842 95674 95674