The Mystery of the Clasped Hands: A Novel by Guy Boothby
"The Mystery of the Clasped Hands: A Novel" by Guy Boothby is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around two friends, Godfrey Henderson and Victor Fensden, both of whom are artists with contrasting personalities and lifestyles. As they navigate the bohemian atmosphere of London, they find themselves entangled in a mystery involving a beautiful Italian girl, Teresina, who becomes the model for Godfrey's new painting, sparkinga complicated emotional scenario. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Godfrey and Victor's tongue-in-cheek conversation as they explore a foreign restaurant in Soho. Their differing perspectives on life and art are immediately apparent, with Victor's adventurous and cosmopolitan spirit contrasting sharply with Godfrey's more conventional views. The narrative swiftly shifts as Victor reveals he has found the perfect model for Godfrey's painting. The moment they meet Teresina, described as stunningly beautiful, Godfrey is captivated. This themes of love, artistic aspiration, and the potential consequences of their friendship are set in motion, hinting at the complexities that will define their relationships as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Boothby, Guy, 1867-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Mystery of the Clasped Hands: A Novel |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Annie McGuire from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42807 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 153 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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