The Red Rat's Daughter by Guy Boothby
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About this eBook
| Author | Boothby, Guy, 1867-1905 |
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| Illustrator | Austin, Henry |
| Title | The Red Rat's Daughter |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Red Rat's Daughter" by Guy Boothby is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around John Grantham Browne, a wealthy bachelor navigating the complexities of his fortune and social expectations in high society. The narrative suggests themes of adventure and romance, particularly as Browne becomes embroiled with a mysterious young woman named Katherine Petrovitch after a fateful encounter in Norway. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Browne, who has recently inherited a vast fortune from his father and is enjoying life aboard his luxurious yacht in the beautiful Norwegian fjords. During an excursion, he comes to the aid of Katherine Petrovitch, who has injured herself while painting on the mountainside. Their initial meeting sets off a series of events that promise to intertwine their lives further, especially as Browne is drawn to her charm and mystery. As he navigates social pressures and the expectations of marriage while developing feelings for Katherine, the stage is set for a compelling exploration of love, social class, and personal desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Mystery and detective stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33004 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 94 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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