The Uttermost Farthing: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Uttermost Farthing is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lowndes, Marie Belloc (1868–1947).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Uttermost Farthing" by Marie Belloc Lowndes is a novel written in the early 20th century. This tale weaves a complex narrative surrounding Laurence Vanderlyn, an American diplomat in Paris, and his relationship with Margaret Pargeter, a married Englishwoman who longs for a brief escape from her constrained life. As their secret affair leads to a clandestine journey, the story explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the precarious nature of human relationships. The opening of the book introduces Laurence Vanderlyn waiting at the Gare de Lyon for Margaret Pargeter, with whom he has shared a deep yet challenging emotional connection for years. Both are acutely aware of the societal and personal risks involved in their meeting, particularly as Margaret is a married woman and mother. As Vanderlyn reflects on their past interactions and the peculiar arrangement leading to this moment, a palpable tension builds. When Margaret finally arrives, their encounter signifies both a chance for happiness and the looming shadow of inevitable consequences, as Vanderlyn grapples with doubts about her choice to embark on such a risky affair. The narrative is steeped in anticipation, as the characters face an uncertain future that may hold dire revelations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Uttermost Farthing
- Author credits: Lowndes, Marie Belloc (1868–1947)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Americans -- France -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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