The Crater: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Crater is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Gore Browne, Robert.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Crater" by Robert Gore Browne is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly against the backdrop of colonial Africa. The narrative introduces Norah, a woman caught between the expectations of her marriage to Archie Sinclair, a dutiful but reticent husband, and her rekindled connection with the charismatic Dick Ward. At the start of the novel, tensions arise aboard a ship traveling off the East Coast of Africa, where Ross, a fellow passenger, prepares to share an intriguing tale about Norah Sinclair. As their conversation unfolds, Ross sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Norah's past, revealing her beauty, adventurous spirit, and her longing for more than the isolated life she's endured on a farm with Archie. The opening portion paints a vivid picture of Norah's inner turmoil as she grapples with her marriage and her attraction to Dick, who represents a tantalizing escape from her mundane reality. As the plot develops, readers are drawn into Norah's struggles and the profound implications of her choices, setting the tone for a compelling exploration of love and desire amid the harsh realities of life in Africa.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Crater
- Author credits: Gore Browne, Robert
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- British -- Africa -- Fiction
- Storytelling -- Fiction
- Tanganyika, Lake -- Fiction
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
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- Category: Novels
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