Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

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Author Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan, 1814-1873
Title Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh
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Summary "Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a gothic novel written in the late 19th century. The book is set in a secluded estate called Knowl, focusing on the lives of its inhabitants, especially the young protagonist, Maud Ruthyn, and her enigmatic father, Austin Ruthyn. The story unfolds against a backdrop of family secrets, mysterious visitors, and dark undertones of dread and suspense. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Maud, a solitary girl living with her father in their old manor. As autumn descends, the atmosphere is filled with foreboding, setting the stage for unease. Austin, her father, is depicted as a peculiar and taciturn man, whose erratic behavior encompasses both affection for his daughter and a haunting past involving his brother, Uncle Silas. A sudden visit from a mysterious man, Mr. Bryerly, hints at deeper secrets waiting to unfold, leading to Maud's growing apprehensions about the family dynamics and the man who she suspects might be connected to dark occurrences around her home. The opening chapter lays the groundwork for a tale steeped in intrigue and psychological tension, drawing the reader into its haunting world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Orphans -- Fiction
Subject Psychological fiction
Subject Governesses -- Fiction
Subject Uncles -- Fiction
Subject Gothic fiction
Subject Murderers -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 14851
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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