The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels: A Story of American Life: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels: A Story of American Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wilkins, W. A..
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"The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels: A Story of American Life" by W. A. Wilkins is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the ambitious political machinations of Darius Hamblin, a New York State Senator, and the personal struggles of his daughter, Belle Hamblin. The book examines themes of political power, social class, and familial loyalty amid the backdrop of dramatic events at Lake George. The opening of the novel introduces the picturesque setting of Lake George and presents the Hamblin family, particularly focusing on the conflict between Darius's political ambitions and Belle's personal desires. Belle is depicted as a compassionate young woman who saves her younger brother from drowning, earning the admiration of George Alden, a bank officer. However, her father's pride and ambition pose challenges to her romantic feelings for George. As political tensions rise with a rival candidate named Daley seeking to undermine Darius's position, the story hints at conflicts that will intertwine personal and political stakes through the characters’ interactions and dilemmas.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels: A Story of American Life
- Author credits: Wilkins, W. A.
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detective and mystery stories
- New York (State) -- Fiction
- Political corruption -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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