514 Results with the "Novel" genre
Adventure Fiction (146)
Biography (392)
Business & Finance (1)
Children's Literature (77)
Comics (6)
Culture (9)
Drama (21)
Dystopian (2)
Fable (5)
Fantasy (320)
Fiction (495)
Finance (16)
Gothic Fiction (5)
Historical Fiction (376)
History (55)
Horror (10)
Lifestyle (1)
Literary (430)
Literary Fiction (3)
Memoir (93)
Mystery (163)
Non-fiction (63)
Paranormal Fiction (96)
Philosophical (132)
Poetry (257)
Political Fiction (1)
Politics (29)
Practical (32)
Psychological Thriller (66)
Relationship (5)
Romance Novel (328)
Romantic Melodrama (11)
Satire (18)
Science (25)
Science Fiction (191)
Self-help (64)
Society (64)
Society (2)
story (2)
Thriller (486)
True Crime (53)
view (13)
Women's Fiction (1)
-
This chapter introduces the formidable Lord Justice-Clerk, Adam Weir, and his delicate wife, Jean Rutherford, the last descendant of the wild "riding Rutherfords of Hermiston." Their union appears mismatched; his demanding nature clashes with her meek fragility. Jean, known for her piety and tenderness, struggles with her role as the judge's wife, failing to meet his domestic expectations and suffering under his harsh comments. Despite her devotion and attempts at expressing love, including a poignant…-
19.7 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
CHAPTER II – FATHER AND SON
In "Weir of Hermiston," Chapter II, "Father and Son," the complex and strained relationship between Lord Justice-Clerk Adam Weir and his son Archie is explored against the backdrop of late 18th century Scotland. The chapter reveals the stark contrast between the two characters: Adam Weir, a respected yet feared judge known for his stoicism, imperiousness, and dedication to law, and his son Archie, a sensitive and intelligent young man with a penchant for the humanities, fostered by his friendship with Lord…-
19.7 K • Ongoing
-
-
In 1813, Archie Weir, the son of the presiding judge, Lord Hermiston, witnesses the trial and execution of Duncan Jopp, a man accused of heinous crimes, and is deeply disturbed by it. The trial exemplifies both the harshness of justice and the moral indifference of the era towards capital punishment. Archie, horrified by the cruelty and glee with which his father, Lord Hermiston, administers justice, publicly denounces the hanging as a "God-defying murder," causing scandal. Following this outburst,…
-
19.7 K • Ongoing
-
-
In Chapter IV of "Weir of Hermiston" titled "Opinions of the Bench," Archie visits Lord Glenalmond late at night, deeply agitated and in search of counsel. Despite Archie's refusal to eat citing his distress, Glenalmond insists on the importance of nourishment, subtly indicating his expectation of Archie's visit and his understanding of his troubled state without pressing for details immediately. Once the servant leaves, Archie confronts the matter directly, asking Glenalmond if he was the one who informed…
-
19.7 K • Ongoing
-
-
Story
The Prisoner of Zenda
The Prisoner of Zenda, written by Anthony Hope in 1894, is a classic adventure novel set in the fictional kingdom of Ruritania. The story follows Englishman Rudolf Rassendyll, who resembles the Ruritanian king so closely that he is drawn into a plot to impersonate him after the king is kidnapped by a scheming duke. Rassendyll must navigate court intrigue, romance, and daring escapades to save the king and protect the throne. This swashbuckling tale of honor, deception, and courage is filled with suspense and has become a beloved example of romantic adventure fiction, inspiring multiple adaptations.-
1.9 K • Nov 8, '24
-
2.6 K • Nov 8, '24
-
2.5 K • Nov 8, '24
-
-
In the opening chapter of "The Prisoner of Zenda," we are introduced to the leisurely life of Rudolf Rassendyll. While breakfasting, he faces light-hearted critique from his brother's wife, Rose, who questions when he will undertake something meaningful with his life. Rudolf, satisfied with his comfortable existence owing to his familial connections and modest income, shows little interest in changing his ways. His lineage, linked by blood to the noble house of Elphberg of Ruritania, provides him with a…
-
49.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
In Chapter 2 of "The Prisoner of Zenda," titled "Concerning the Colour of Men's Hair," Rudolf Rassendyll's adventure begins with his adherence to his Uncle William's advice to never bypass Paris without a visit. In Paris, after meeting with George Featherly at the Embassy and enjoying the city's nightlife, Rudolf and George visit Bertram Bertrand, a disturbed poet entangled in unrequited love for Antoinette Mauban, a renowned and ambitiously romantic figure. Despite Bertrand’s distress, the evening…
-
49.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
In Chapter 3 of "The Prisoner of Zenda," titled "A Merry Evening with a Distant Relative," our protagonist Rudolf Rassendyll encounters Johann, a servant of the Duke of Strelsau, who offers Rudolf accommodation in the capital as a substitute for his own unclaimable lodging. Accepting the offer, Rudolf plans a detour through the forest to reach the railway, immersing himself in the natural charm of the woods and ultimately nodding off against a fallen tree trunk. His serene slumber is curtailed by the…
-
49.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
In Chapter 5, "The Adventures of an Understudy," Rudolf, accompanied by Fritz von Tarlenheim and Colonel Sapt, steps out of the buffet onto the platform, prepared with his revolver and sword. He is met by a group of distinguished personages, including Marshal Strakencz, a famous Ruritanian army veteran, and the Chancellor of the Kingdom. Rudolf, in his impersonation of the King, navigates this encounter with quick wits, accepting apologies from the absent Duke of Strelsau with grace and engaging in the…
-
49.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter 6 of "The Prisoner of Zenda," titled "The Secret of a Cellar," follows Rudolf Rassendyll, Sapt, and Fritz von Tarlenheim in the aftermath of an audacious plan where Rassendyll impersonates the King. Having narrowly avoided detection and enjoyed a moment of triumph, the group now faces the necessity of ensuring their safety and maintaining the ruse. They prepare to leave Strelsau under the cover of night, with Sapt producing a forged order allowing them passage out of the city. The chapter details…
-
49.9 K • Ongoing
-
- Previous 1 … 38 39 40 … 52 Next