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100 1 _aFenn, George Manville,
_d1831-1909
245 1 0 _aOf High Descent
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-11-08
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"Of High Descent" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a picturesque coastal town and revolves around the lives and relationships of a group of characters including the cantankerous fisherman Luke Vine, his niece Louise, and friends like Madelaine and Harry Vine, exploring themes of family ties, social status, and romantic entanglements. The opening of the book introduces us to Luke Vine, a sharp-tongued fisherman, who is about to go fishing when he is warned by a woman named Polly about an impending large wave. As he engages with the local women and observes the lively coastal scene, his irritation with his family dynamics and social conversations becomes apparent. The narrative shifts to reveal Louise and Madelaine, two vibrant young women who are well-acquainted with Luke. Their interactions hint at deeper romantic interests and familial tensions, particularly concerning Louise’s brother Harry and his flirtation with Madelaine. The introduction of Duncan Leslie, a gentleman who seems to hold a significant place in Louise's life, adds further complexity as Uncle Luke's disapproval towards any romantic notions resurfaces, establishing an intriguing foundation for the novel's exploration of character and social dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34246
999 _c75092
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