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The Flower Of Gloster (1911)

The Flower Of Gloster (1911)

Ernest Temple Thurston

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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ISBN:
9781437097436
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The Flower of Gloster is a novel written by Ernest Temple Thurston in 1911. The story is set in the town of Gloster, a quiet and peaceful place where everyone knows each other. The protagonist of the story is a young woman named Rosamund Trevor, who is the daughter of the local doctor. Rosamund is a kind and gentle soul, loved by everyone in the town.The story begins with the arrival of a new family in Gloster, the Vanes. They are a wealthy family, and their arrival causes a stir in the town. The Vanes have a son named Jack, who is handsome and charming. Jack and Rosamund fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that Jack’s father is opposed to their marriage.As the story unfolds, we learn more about the Vanes and their past. We discover that Jack’s father has a dark secret, and that he will do anything to protect it. Rosamund and Jack’s love is tested by these revelations, and they must fight to overcome the obstacles in their path.The Flower of Gloster is a beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. It is a story that will resonate with readers of all ages, and it is a testament to the enduring power of love.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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