The Portreeve
- Indbinding:
- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 458
- Udgivet:
- 10. september 2010
- Størrelse:
- 152x229x24 mm.
- Vægt:
- 608 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 30. november 2024
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Beskrivelse af The Portreeve
The Portreeve is a novel written by Eden Phillpotts. It is set in the small English town of Tavistock during the 19th century. The story revolves around the life of the town's portreeve, or chief magistrate, named John Grimbal. Grimbal is a respected member of the community and is known for his fairness and honesty. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when a scandalous secret from his past is revealed. The novel explores themes of morality, justice, and redemption as Grimbal struggles to come to terms with his past and maintain his reputation in the town. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including his loyal clerk, a cunning lawyer, and a mysterious stranger who may hold the key to his redemption. The Portreeve is a classic work of English literature that offers a compelling portrait of small-town life and the complexities of human nature. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and those interested in exploring the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in positions of power.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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