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100 1 _aRiddell, J. H., Mrs.,
_d1832-1906
245 1 0 _aMortomley's Estate: A Novel. Vol. 3 (of 3)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
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 2012-05-09
508 _aE-text prepared by Robert Cicconetti, Sue Fleming, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http://archive.org)
520 _a"Mortomley's Estate: A Novel, Vol. 3 (of 3)" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the struggles and misfortunes of Archibald Mortomley and his family following his financial collapse and the subsequent liquidation of his estate. As the narrative unfolds, it paints a picture of the challenges they face from creditors, the legal and emotional turmoil of bankruptcy, and the dynamics of trust and betrayal among those involved. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to the bleak atmosphere of Mortomley's predicament, emphasizing the tension and complexity at a creditors' meeting where Mr. Swanland expertly navigates the treacherous waters of debt and liquidation. The scene is set with detailed observations of the characters present, showcasing the mix of emotions and motivations driving each individual. As Mortomley’s family grapples with the fallout of his financial decisions, we see Mrs. Mortomley in precarious circumstances seeking to manage what little they have left while maintaining her husband's spirits despite their dire reality. The opening chapters establish a critical examination of morality and integrity in business, hinting at the broader themes of loyalty and perseverance that will be explored throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Fiction
653 _aBankruptcy -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39661
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