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100	1		_aBecke, Louis, _d1855-1913
245	1	4	_aThe Trader's Wife : _b1901
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-03-15
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"The Trader's Wife" by Louis Becke is a novel written in the early 20th century, around the turn of the century, capturing the essence of life in the South Seas during that time. The story revolves around the complex and tumultuous relationship of John Brabant, a wealthy trader, and his beautiful yet manipulative wife, Nell. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and the stark contrasts between outward appearances and inner truths. The narrative follows John Brabant as he returns home from a long trading voyage to a wife who seemingly enjoys the social life in Fiji but is secretly entangled in an affair with Captain Danvers. As Brabant attempts to navigate the reality of his marriage, he becomes increasingly aware of the dangers posed by Danvers and the betrayal of his wife. The story reaches a climax when Brabant decides to confront his wife's disloyalty, resulting in an ominous and dramatic conclusion that leaves readers pondering the consequences of trust and deceit in human relationships. The book's vivid descriptions of the South Sea islands and depth of character development bring to life the moral complexities faced by its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aPacific Area -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
653			_aOceania -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24837
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