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_aReid, Mayne, _d1818-1883 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe White Gauntlet |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2011-03-28 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England | ||
| 520 | _a"The White Gauntlet" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Marion Wade, a beautiful and noble young woman who finds herself in a moment of personal turmoil as she navigates encounters with other characters in her environment, particularly Henry Holtspur, a man of higher social standing. The book explores themes of love, social constraints, and the individual's emotions in a pre-modern setting vividly brought to life through its lush descriptions and dramatic interactions. The opening of the novel introduces Marion Wade as she rides alone in the woods, waiting for an anticipated meeting with a horseman. Her internal conflict is palpable as she grapples with her admiration for the noble and handsome rider while being bound by societal expectations. As Marion's thoughts reveal her desire to break free from social etiquette, she inadvertently drops her white gauntlet, a symbolic gesture that invites further connection with the man she awaits. The narrative captures the charged atmosphere of their encounters, hinting at growing feelings while also hinting at the complications that arise from their respective social backgrounds. The stage is set for a tale of romantic tension, class disparity, and the exploration of personal desires against the backdrop of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aKnights and knighthood -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/35702 |
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