Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hope, Anthony (1863–1933).
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"Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House" by Anthony Hope is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic Harry Tristram and the complex social dynamics surrounding him, particularly regarding issues of lineage, legitimacy, and societal expectations. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at a scandal associated with his heritage that affects not only his personal life but also his prospective marriage to Janie Iver. At the start of the story, Mr. Jenkinson Neeld, an elderly editor, grapples with the personal revelations found within the journal of his deceased friend, Josiah Cholderton, which holds significant implications for the Tristram family. As he contemplates a suppressed passage regarding an elopement and its consequences, he uncovers the tangled web of relationships among characters connected to the Tristram lineage. The opening sets a tone of intrigue, providing a glimpse into the past that will echo through the contemporary lives of Harry Tristram and the other characters, who navigate their desires and obligations amid societal expectations and personal secrets.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Tristram of Blent: An Episode in the Story of an Ancient House
- Author credits: Hope, Anthony (1863–1933)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
- Young men -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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