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100 1 _aYates, Edmund,
_d1831-1894
245 1 4 _aThe Forlorn Hope: A Novel (Vol. 1 of 2)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2019-08-08
508 _aProduced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
520 _a"The Forlorn Hope: A Novel (Vol. 1 of 2)" by Edmund Yates is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces us to a variety of characters, primarily focusing on Sir Duncan Forbes and Lady Muriel Kilsyth, as they navigate the complexities of social relationships and domestic life within an aristocratic setting. Themes of illness, social obligations, and the dynamics of familial and romantic relationships unfold against a backdrop of Scottish scenery and social gatherings. The opening of the novel sets the scene as Sir Duncan Forbes arrives at Kilsyth, reflecting on the comfortable yet complex lifestyle he has come to expect within the aristocratic circle. As he engages with servants and begins to inquire about the other guests at Kilsyth, we learn about Lady Muriel's concerns for her ailing stepdaughter, Madeleine. The arrival of various famous guests hints at the social intrigues to come. The narrative cleverly establishes a sense of tension related to Madeleine's illness while also introducing key players like the esteemed Dr. Wilmot, signifying that medical drama will intertwine with the personal struggles of the main characters. Overall, this sets an engaging tone for the unfolding drama and interpersonal dynamics that promise to capture the reader's interest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60072
999 _c100898
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