Ailsa Paige: A Novel: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Ailsa Paige: A Novel is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William) (1865–1933).
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"Ailsa Paige: A Novel" by Robert W. Chambers is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of a complex family dynamic and social issues in a time of impending war and personal turmoil. The narrative primarily revolves around Philip Ormond Berkley, a young man burdened by his family history and the repercussions of his mother's past decisions, as well as Ailsa Paige, a woman entangled in her own societal and emotional dilemmas. The opening of the novel introduces Philip Berkley as he confronts Colonel Arran, a key figure from his mother's past, seeking answers about his lineage and the tumultuous legacy that haunts him. Through a tense exchange, Berkley learns about the estrangement from his mother and the painful truth of her life, which has left him feeling like an outlaw. The dialogue reveals the emotional weight both characters carry—the colonel burdened by his past actions and Berkley grappling with rejection and his identity. As the scene unfolds, readers are exposed to a richly layered world filled with deceit, familial expectations, complex relationships, and the looming specter of societal upheaval, all set to the cadence of the impending Civil War. The emergence of Ailsa Paige hints at a significant connection between her and Berkley, setting the stage for further exploration of love, loyalty, and personal rediscovery.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Ailsa Paige: A Novel
- Author credits: Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William) (1865–1933)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
- War stories, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
- US Civil War
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