The Masquerader: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Masquerader is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Thurston, Katherine Cecil (1875–1911).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Masquerader" by Katherine Cecil Thurston is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around John Chilcote, a member of Parliament who grapples with the pressures of his political life and personal demons, particularly his addiction to morphia. The narrative begins in a fog-laden London, where Chilcote encounters a doppelganger named John Loder, setting off a chain of events that explores themes of identity, desperation, and the façade of social appearances. At the start of the novel, a significant fog disrupts London life, and it is on this night that Chilcote's struggle with his identity and addiction becomes pronounced. He navigates the dense fog both literally and metaphorically, illustrating his self-absorbed and tumultuous state. After an unsettling encounter with a mysterious stranger who shares his striking resemblance, Chilcote experiences a blend of fascination and distress. The conversation hints at greater themes of ambition and downfall, particularly surrounding a public figure named Lexington. As this initial scene unfolds, it becomes clear that the duality of the characters and their individual struggles will play a crucial role in the unfolding narrative. Chilcote's increasing unrest foreshadows his later desperate proposal to Loder, which will shape the course of the story.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Masquerader
- Author credits: Thurston, Katherine Cecil (1875–1911)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Cousins -- Fiction
- Husband and wife -- Fiction
- Impersonation -- Fiction
- Legislators -- Fiction
- Success -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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