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100	1		_aFenn, George Manville, _d1831-1909
245	1	0	_aThereby Hangs a Tale. Volume One
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2010-06-20
508			_aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520			_a"Thereby Hangs a Tale. Volume One" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a quintessential English setting, centering around the Rea family at their estate, Tolcarne, and introduces various intriguing characters including Sir Hampton Rea, his sisters, and his two daughters, Valentina and Finetta. The narrative is poised to explore the dynamics of family life as well as the social interactions that take shape within the context of their daily lives. The opening of the novel provides a detailed glimpse into the morning routine at Tolcarne. We are introduced to the comically efficient footman, Edward, while Sir Hampton briefs his family about the importance of punctuality in their household. The atmosphere plays out with a mix of familial affection and light-hearted banter, showcasing the characters’ unique personalities: Sir Hampton's pomposity, Lady Rea's warmth, Miss Matilda's fastidiousness, and the vivaciousness of her daughters. The scene is enriched by the siblings' interactions, particularly the playful exchanges between Finetta and her father, setting the stage for a narrative that promises to blend humor with social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32929
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