Elster's Folly

A Novel

Mrs. Henry Wood

• Publisher: Mint Editions
• Year: 2021
• Print ISBN: 9781513286150
• eBook ISBN: 9781513286150
• Topic: Literature
• Subtopic: Literature General
• Index: Literature

As the youngest son of a noble family, Val has always been sheltered. Though he is friendly and good-hearted, Val rarely takes initiative, as most of his life is planned for him. However, when Val is forced to hide a life-altering secret about himself, he is finally motivated to be accountable for himself, especially in his romantic endeavors. As he tries to preserve his reputation and suppress his mistakes, Val begins to transform into a new man, but how long will the change last? As he continues his journey, his secret inevitably looms over him, shrouding his life with mystery, manipulation, and even tragedy. While the mystery unfolds, Val must confront the consequences of people uncovering his secret, facing surprising reactions and earning unlikely allies. With elements of romance and mystery, Mrs. Henry Wood's Elster's Folly: A Novel is thrilling from start to finish. Featuring descriptive prose and vivid settings, Elster's Folly: A Novel depicts the conflicts of Victorian culture with life-like characters and compelling drama. Set in a charming aristocratic village in the midland of England, this classic sensation novel offers insight on the lives of Victorian aristocrats through the portrayal of well-developed characters, secrets, and class dynamics. First published in 1866, Mrs. Henry Wood's Elster's folly: A Novel remains to be a fascinating tale even over one-hundred and fifty years later. This edition of Elster's Folly: A Novel by Mrs. Henry Wood now features an eye-catching new cover design and is printed in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition of Elster's Folly: A Novel crafts an accessible and pleasant reading experience for modern audiences while restoring the original sentiment and drama of Mrs. Henry Wood's work.

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Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• I. By the Early Train
• II. Willy Gum
• III. Anne Ashton
• IV. The Countess-Dowager
• V. Jealousy
• VI. At the Bridge
• VII. Listeners
• VIII. The Wager Boats
• IX. Waiting for Dinner
• X. Mr. Pike’s Visit
• XI. The Inquest
• XII. Later in the Day
• XIII. Fever
• XIV. Another Patient
• XV. Val’s Dilemma
• XVI. Between the Two
• XVII. An Agreeable Wedding
• XVIII. The Stranger
• XIX. A Chance Meeting
• XX. The Stranger Again
• XXI. Secret Care
• XXII. Asking the Rector
• XXIII. Mr. Carr at Work
• XXIV. Somebody Else at Work
• XXV. At Hartledon
• XXVI. Under the Trees
• XXVII. A Tête-à-Tête Breakfast
• XXVIII. Once More
• XXIX. Cross-questioning Mr. Carr
• XXX. Maude’s Disobedience
• XXXI. The Sword Slipped
• XXXII. In the Park
• XXXIII. Coming Home
• XXXIV. Mr. Pike on the Wing
• XXXV. The Shed Razed
• XXXVI. The Dowager’s Alarm
• XXXVII. A Painful Scene
• XXXVIII. Explanations
• A Note About the Author
• A Note from the Publisher