Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
26.11.2008
Verlag
Kessinger Publishing, LLCSeitenzahl
312
Maße (L/B/H)
23.5/19.1/1.7 cm
Gewicht
586 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-4373-1103-7
The Seven Houses is a novel written by Hamilton Drummond and published in 1901. The story follows the lives of seven families who live in seven different houses in a small English village. Each family has its own unique characteristics and struggles, and the novel explores their relationships with each other and the wider community.The book begins with the introduction of the seven houses and their inhabitants. The first house is occupied by the wealthy and influential Lord and Lady Mounteagle, who are respected and admired by the other villagers. The second house belongs to the eccentric Miss Hargreaves, who is known for her unusual behavior and love of cats. The third house is home to the middle-class family of Mr. and Mrs. Brown, who are struggling to make ends meet. The fourth house is occupied by the reclusive Mr. and Mrs. Smith, who keep to themselves and are shrouded in mystery.The fifth house belongs to the newlywed couple Mr. and Mrs. Green, who are still adjusting to married life. The sixth house is home to the widowed Mrs. Jones and her son, who are struggling to cope with their loss. The seventh and final house is occupied by the poor and struggling family of Mr. and Mrs. Robinson, who are barely making ends meet.As the novel progresses, the lives of these seven families become increasingly intertwined. Secrets are revealed, friendships are formed, and romances blossom. However, the idyllic village is not without its problems, and the characters must navigate through issues such as jealousy, betrayal, and scandal.The Seven Houses is a charming and heartwarming novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of a small English village at the turn of the century. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the plot is engaging and full of twists and turns. Overall, it is a delightful read that is sure to appeal to fans of classic literature and historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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