Knock at a Venture by Eden Phillpotts
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About this eBook
| Author | Phillpotts, Eden, 1862-1960 |
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| Title | Knock at a Venture |
| Contents | Mound by the way -- 'Courban' -- "A pickaxe, and a spade, a spade" -- Jonas and Dinah -- Benjamin's mess -- Cross Ways -- Joseph -- A traveller's tale -- The two widows -- With bell, book and candle. |
| Credits | This etext was transcribed by Les Bowler |
| Summary | "Knock at a Venture" by Eden Phillpotts is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a picturesque Devonshire setting, exploring the lives of rural characters, particularly focusing on John Aggett and Sarah Belworthy, who are entwined in a complex love story set against the backdrop of harsh Moorland life. The narrative evokes themes of romantic entanglement, hard work, and the rugged beauty of the countryside, drawing readers into the emotional struggles of its characters. At the start of the novel, the scene is richly described, painting a vivid picture of the Devonshire Moorlands and the simplicity of rural life. We meet John Aggett, who is characterized as a physically strong but somewhat lazy thatcher, more inclined to enjoy sports than work. His friendship with the spirited Sarah Belworthy develops from childhood into a romantic connection, but their relationship faces challenges, particularly when John's lack of ambition becomes a concern. The opening chapters set the stage for exploring the dynamics between John, Sarah, and the competing interests of Timothy Chave, Farmer Chave’s son, as tensions arise with love, class, and commitment looming ahead in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61549 |
| Release Date | Mar 2, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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