The House of the White Shadows

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold), 1833-1903.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The House of the White Shadows" by B. L. Farjeon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a murder trial that captivates the city of Geneva, centering on Gautran, a woodman accused of murdering a flower-girl named Madeline. As the trial unfolds, themes of love, jealousy, and class struggle emerge, particularly through the character of the renowned Advocate who takes on Gautran's defense. The opening of the novel sets a tense atmosphere, highlighting the excitement in Geneva over the impending trial of Gautran, the brutal suspicion that surrounds him, and the tragic fate of Madeline. We are introduced to the dynamics of their relationship, revealing Gautran's possessiveness and jealousy, and the societal backdrop that complicates these themes. The narrative hints at deeper secrets involving Madeline's past and her protector, Pauline, creating an intricate web of intrigue. In parallel, the arrival of the Advocate and his wife at the enigmatic House of White Shadows sets the stage for a story that will intertwine their lives with the criminal case, suggesting a journey into the mysteries and moral dilemmas surrounding justice and personal redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charles Bowen, from page images provided by Google Books (Harvard University)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2013-06-18