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The Daltons: Or, Three Roads In Life. Volume II (of II)
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- Language
- en
About this book
Creators: Charles Lever (1806-1872) and Hablot Knight Browne (1815-1882) [Illustrator] "The Daltons; Or, Three Roads In Life. Volume II" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around the characters of Lord Norwood, Count Trouville, and a myriad of others, as they navigate the intricacies of relationships, duels, and societal expectations. The narrative starts amidst a brewing duel, setting the tone for the intrigues and challenges that define the lives of the protagonists. At the start of this volume, tensions mount sharply with a duel looming between Lord Norwood and Count Trouville, as they await the arrival of a missing second. The scene is filled with misunderstandings, anxious confrontations, and characters like the unwitting Scroope Purvis, who finds himself reluctantly pulled into the chaos. As the plot unfolds, Norwood’s frustrations and the various near-mishaps build a lively atmosphere, leading to a comedic yet tense exploration of honor, conflict, and the whims of fate. Through the dialogue and interactions, we sense a world caught between the rigid expectations of society and the personal follies of its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 573