Lady Kilpatrick by Robert Williams Buchanan

"Lady Kilpatrick" by Robert Williams Buchanan is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in Ireland and revolves around Desmond Macartney, a young man with a mysterious parentage, and his friendship with Lady Dulcie, the niece of Lord Kilpatrick. As their relationship develops against a backdrop of complex social dynamics and family secrets, the narrative explores themes of love, identity, and social class. The opening of the novel introduces us to a summer evening stroll along the beach, where Desmond and Dulcie converse. Desmond's playful demeanor contrasts with the deeper elements of his character revealed as he reflects on his childhood and the absence of his parents. This sets the stage for the unfolding drama as their conversation touches on serious subjects, including Desmond's feelings of longing and loss connected to his parents' past. Moreover, the appearance of a drunken man named Mr. Blake adds to the tension, hinting at the personal and societal conflicts to come. As the chapter progresses, we begin to trace the intricate web of relationships and past secrets that will shape Desmond's destiny, particularly as the implications of his unknown heritage emerge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Buchanan, Robert Williams, 1841-1901
Title Lady Kilpatrick
Credits Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Reading Level Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 55337
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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