
In the sleepy village of Drayton Parva, the arrival of the enigmatic Mr. Nevill Tyson sets the whole community on edge. Residents whisper about his mysterious lineage and the strange, almost theatrical, aura that follows him and his wife, while Miss Batchelor watches the newcomers with a keen, skeptical eye. The contrast between the village’s quiet routine and Tyson’s flamboyant reputation creates a palpable tension that draws everyone’s attention.
Tyson is a seasoned traveller who has roamed from Bombay to Texas, dabbled in journalism, tutoring, and even a brief stint as a captain in the Sudanese war. When he finally inherits his uncle’s modest estate, he must trade his exotic exploits for the duties of a country gentleman, a role for which he has no clear hobby or precedent. As he navigates the expectations of his neighbors and the probing curiosity of Miss Batchelor, listeners are treated to a witty portrait of a man caught between a restless past and an uncertain future.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (269K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-04-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1863–1946
A sharp, adventurous voice in early modern fiction, she explored psychology, spirituality, and the inner lives of women with unusual boldness. Her novels and criticism helped open the way for literary modernism while still telling emotionally vivid stories.
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