The Invisible Foe: A Story Adapted from the Play by Walter Hackett: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Invisible Foe: A Story Adapted from the Play by Walter Hackett: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Invisible Foe: A Story Adapted from the Play by Walter Hackett is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Miln, Louise Jordan (1864–1933); Hackett, Walter (1876–1944).
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"The Invisible Foe" by Louise Jordan Miln and Walter Hackett is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around three children: Stephen, an orphan who is ambitious and masterful in nature; Hugh, who is more stolid and devoted; and Helen, the pretty, imaginative daughter of their guardian, Richard Bransby. As they navigate their childhood at Deep Dale, the dynamics of their relationships foreshadow deeper themes of power, longing, and the struggles of growing up. At the start of the novel, Stephen is depicted as a curious and observant boy, captivated by the flight of birds, while Hugh engages in simple play and Helen entertains herself with imaginary friends. Their interrelations are nuanced: Stephen's desire for power often clashes with his affection for Helen, who appears seraphic yet firmly controls her surroundings. Richard Bransby, their uncle and guardian, is portrayed as a stern and complex character, burdened by the loss of loved ones and the responsibility of caring for the children. The beginning sets the stage for a narrative that explores themes of love, ambition, and the burdens of inheritance against the backdrop of a seemingly idyllic childhood.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Invisible Foe: A Story Adapted from the Play by Walter Hackett
- Author credits: Miln, Louise Jordan (1864–1933); Hackett, Walter (1876–1944)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Embezzlement -- Fiction
- England -- Fiction
- Families -- Fiction
- Mystery fiction
- Paranormal fiction
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- Category: Novels
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