Taken Alive: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Taken Alive is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Roe, Edward Payson (1838–1888).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Taken Alive" by Edward Payson Roe is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, justice, and the impact of crime on personal lives, focusing on the character Ralph Brandt, a determined young detective on a mission to capture a fugitive murderer who has caused profound grief to the protagonist, Clara Heyward. The opening of the story introduces Clara Heyward, who is deeply mourning the murder of her father, a prison keeper killed by an escaped convict named Bute. Ralph Brandt, who is infatuated with Clara, vows to bring her father's killer to justice as a way to honor both her and her father’s memory. As the narrative unfolds, Brandt reflects on his feelings for Clara while undertaking the dangerous task of tracking down Bute. The initial dialogue reveals the emotional weight of Clara's sorrow as she struggles with the possibility of moving on from her past, setting up a compelling narrative blend of romance and suspense as Brandt prepares to confront the murderer.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Taken Alive
- Author credits: Roe, Edward Payson (1838–1888)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Didactic fiction
- Roe, Edward Payson, 1838-1888
- Short stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
- US Civil War
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