Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 1 (of 3): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 1 (of 3) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Brown, Charles Brockden (1771–1810).
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"Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 1" by Charles Brockden Brown is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores themes of personal tragedy, moral dilemmas, and social critique through its primary character, Stephen Dudley, who faces a series of misfortunes that leads him from a life of promise to one of despair. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into the struggles that Dudley and his family endure amid their social and economic challenges, ultimately highlighting the intersection of individual fate and broader societal influences. At the start of the novel, we meet Stephen Dudley, a former painter turned apothecary who is reluctant to adjust to his new role after his father's death. He grapples with feelings of discontent and financial insecurity, driven primarily by the burden of his father's estate and the need to support his family. As he navigates these hardships, an unexpected encounter with a young man named Craig leads to a partnership that initially appears beneficial but later reveals troubling deceit. The opening chapters establish a landscape rife with tension as Dudley’s struggles comprise not just economic survival but also moral questions, setting the stage for a complex exploration of identity and resilience amid adversity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 1 (of 3)
- Author credits: Brown, Charles Brockden (1771–1810)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Gothic fiction
- Philadelphia (Pa.) -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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