The Second Dandy Chater: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Second Dandy Chater is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Gallon, Tom (1866–1914).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Second Dandy Chater" by Tom Gallon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Philip Crowdy, a man whose life takes a dramatic turn when he learns of his striking resemblance to Dandy Chater, a notorious figure found dead under suspicious circumstances. As Crowdy navigates this complex situation, he becomes entangled in Chater's affairs, including the emotional consequences of impersonating a man who was engaged to marry two different women. The opening of the novel sets the scene in the bleak Essex countryside, where Philip Crowdy battles both the harsh weather and his own thoughts while approaching a small village. He soon encounters a young woman named Patience Miller, who mistakenly believes him to be Dandy Chater and expresses deep emotional reliance on him. This unexpected encounter sets Philip on a path filled with intrigue, suspense, and moral dilemmas, as he grapples with the implications of his deception. As the story unfolds, he discovers more about Dandy Chater’s secrets, propelling him further into a tangled web of relationships and unforeseen dangers.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Second Dandy Chater
- Author credits: Gallon, Tom (1866–1914)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Fiction
- Impostors and imposture -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Mystery fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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