| Author |
Merriman, Henry Seton, 1862-1903 |
| Title |
Suspense, Volume 3 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
London: Richard Bentley and Son, 1890.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Suspense, Volume 3 (of 3)" by Henry Seton Merriman is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century." The story centers around Theodore Trist, a war correspondent who becomes embroiled in the chaotic events following the death of Captain Alfred Huston, a troubled man whose life spiraled into excess and despair. As the narrative unfolds, Trist grapples with complex relationships, the weight of human life, and the intricate web of emotions that bind the characters together. "At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Theodore Trist as he seeks Captain Huston, who is intoxicated and isolated." Trist's sense of duty drives him to confront the darker sides of humanity as he encounters Huston’s precarious state, which ultimately leads to the latter's tragic demise from an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound. The aftermath is filled with tension as Trist is tasked with conveying the tragic news to Huston’s wife, Alice, revealing the emotional turmoil and complex interpersonal relationships between the characters. The narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and the human condition, setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
War correspondents -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Russo-Turkish War, 1877-1878 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74462 |
| Release Date |
Sep 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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