Tregarthen's Wife

Tregarthen's Wife

A Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Dark Secrets in Victorian CornwallBy Fred M. White
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In "Tregarthen's Wife," Fred M. White intricately weaves a tale set within the constraints of late Victorian society, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of marital relationships. The narrative is enriched by White's deft characterizations and a nuanced understanding of social mores, as he paints a vivid portrait of the protagonist's inner turmoil and the external pressures that influence her choices. The novel's prose reflects a period style, rich in detail yet imbued with a tension that propels the reader forward, making it both a compelling character study and a critique of societal expectations. Fred M. White, an influential figure in the realm of early 20th-century literature, possessed a keen insight into the human condition, shaped by his own experiences in an era marked by transformation. Born into a middle-class family, his exposure to both the struggles of the working class and the indulgences of the affluent informed his perspectives on class dynamics and personal relationships. White's extensive body of work often reflects a preoccupation with moral dilemmas, making "Tregarthen's Wife" a natural extension of his literary exploration. This novel is a must-read for those interested in the intersections of love and duty, as well as the constraints of conventional morality. White'Äôs poignant storytelling offers a profound commentary that remains relevant, encouraging readers to reflect on the enduring challenges of the human heart. Engage with this evocative work and discover the timeless issues that continue to resonate in contemporary society.

Audiobook details

GenreRomance, Mystery and Thriller
Length10 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
21CHAPTER XX.—MARY'S RUBICON.
2CHAPTER I.—A GARDEN OF SLEEP.
22CHAPTER XXI.—"TILL DEATH DO US PART."
3CHAPTER II.—TREGARTHEN OF TREGARTHEN.
23CHAPTER XXII.—THE FIRST OF THE BRIDGE.
4CHAPTER III.—THE SANCTUARY.
24CHAPTER XXIII.—THE GOLDEN GATE.
5CHAPTER IV.—THE ISLAND.
25CHAPTER XXIV.—"THE KING CAN DO NO WRONG."
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6CHAPTER V.—THE LACE AND ITS STORY.
26CHAPTER XXV.—THE CLOUDS GATHER.
7CHAPTER VI.—THE RECTOR.
27CHAPTER XXVI.—A BLOW FOR THE DYNASTY.
8CHAPTER VII.—VILLAGERS IN COUNCIL.
28CHAPTER XXVII.—THE GREAT SECRET.
9CHAPTER VIII.—THE BLIGHTING OF THE BLOSSOMS.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.—LE ROI EST MORT.
10CHAPTER IX.—A LIMITED HORIZON.
30CHAPTER XXIX.—WHITE WINGS.
11CHAPTER X.—NEARING THE THRONE.
31CHAPTER XXX.—AFTER THE GALE.
12CHAPTER XI.—RUTH IN REBELLION.
32CHAPTER XXXI.—A ROYAL PROGRESS.
13CHAPTER XII.—THE WRECK OF THE "COMUS."
33CHAPTER XXXII.—ADVERSITY.
14CHAPTER XIII.—"WHO IS ON MY SIDE, WHO?"
34CHAPTER XXXIII.—"I COULD NOT LOVE THEE, DEAR, SO WELL."
15CHAPTER XIV.—THE SIDE OF THE ANGELS.
35CHAPTER XXXIV.—TOWARDS THE LIGHT.
16CHAPTER XV.—THE NIGHT BEFORE.
36CHAPTER XXXV.—WITH THE BEST INTENTIONS.
17CHAPTER XVI.—THE FIRST OF MARCH.
37CHAPTER XXXVI.—DESPITE HIMSELF.
18CHAPTER XVII.—THE FREEDOM OF THE SOIL.
38CHAPTER XXXVII.—MANDRAGORA.
19CHAPTER XVIII.—A NEW ALLY.
39CHAPTER XXXVIII.—PRO PATRIA MORI.
20CHAPTER XIX.—THE AGITATOR.
40CHAPTER XXXIX.—THE BLOOMING OF THE ROSE.

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