The Graftons: A Novel by Archibald Marshall
"The Graftons: A Novel" by Archibald Marshall is a work of fiction likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Cooper family, particularly focusing on the Reverend William Cooper, who is on his deathbed, and his hopes for his son, Denis, to inherit the position of Rector. As the narrative unfolds in the context of the English countryside before and during the tumult of World War I, itexamines themes of family, social class, and the implications of clerical patronage in rural life. The opening of the novel introduces us to the impending death of the old Rector, William Cooper, and captures his family's complex emotions as they await the inevitable. His two daughters and son, Denis, reflect on their lives together and the possible future, which is clouded by uncertainty about who will take over the parish. The family dynamics are intertwined with the expectations and traditions of church patronage, as the Rector’s illness prompts discussions about Denis's potential appointment as his successor. This setup invites readers into a world of pastoral concerns and social obligations, setting the stage for deeper explorations of character and moral dilemmas as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marshall, Archibald, 1866-1934 |
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| Title | The Graftons: A Novel |
| Note | Sequel to Abington Abbey,#35106. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print archive. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Country life -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mate selection -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39587 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 128 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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