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100 1 _aHornung, E. W.
_q(Ernest William),
_d1866-1921
245 1 4 _aThe Shadow of the Rope
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-06-01
508 _aProduced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"The Shadow of the Rope" by E. W. Hornung is a fictional novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Rachel Minchin, a young Australian woman caught in a tumultuous marriage who faces dire circumstances and ultimately becomes embroiled in a murder trial after her husband's unexpected death. The story explores themes of desperation, societal judgment, and the complexities of personal relationships as she struggles for autonomy and self-respect amidst her turbulent life. The opening of the book captures a pivotal moment in Rachel's life as she resolves to leave her husband, Alexander Minchin, after enduring his gambling and alcoholism. Her determination is palpable as she prepares to return to Australia, but the unexpected turn of events leads her to discover her husband dead in their home, a victim of a violent crime. The scene is charged with tension as the police arrive, and the narrative hints at the impending trial that will follow. Rachel’s conflicting emotions are evident as she grapples with both loss and the stigma of potential guilt, setting the stage for the courtroom drama and her quest for redemption that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDetective and mystery stories, English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12590
999 _c54008
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