The Ferryman of Brill, and Other Stories by William Henry Giles Kingston
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About this eBook
| Author | Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
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| Title | The Ferryman of Brill, and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "The Ferryman of Brill, and Other Stories" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book features a prominent narrative titled "The Ferryman of Brill," which unfolds during a tumultuous period in Flanders, under the oppressive rule of the Duke of Alva. The central character, Diedrich Meghem, is a young Protestant merchant navigating the challenges of love and persecution, particularly as he seeks the hand of Gretchen Hopper, while contending with rival suitors and the threats of the Spanish Inquisition. At the start of "The Ferryman of Brill," we are introduced to Diedrich Meghem, who is deeply in love with Gretchen Hopper but faces dangers from both jealousy and religious persecution. As Diedrich realizes he is being followed by a rival, Caspar Gaill, he is warned of the impending danger to his life due to his Protestant faith. With the help of Peter Kopplestock, the friendly ferryman, Diedrich is advised to flee to protect both his life and his future with Gretchen. Meanwhile, Gretchen is left in distress, as the dark hand of the Inquisition looms over them, threatening her and her father. The opening portion sets the stage for a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom against a backdrop of religious tyranny. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21460 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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