
In the quiet village of Redmarley, a new life arrives under an unusually grand name. Mr. Gallup is convinced that christening his infant “Eloquent” will shape the boy’s destiny, hoping the child will grow into a booming orator and future parliamentarian. His wife, ever practical, tempers the ambition with a more modest middle name, hinting that even the most lofty expectations might need a fallback.
As the Gallup family runs their modest yet thriving outfitting shop, the story follows the gentle clash between lofty ideals and everyday pragmatism. Their world is painted with witty dialogue, affectionate teasing, and a keen eye for the quirks of small‑town life. Listeners are invited into a warm, slightly satirical portrait of ambition, love, and the simple pleasures that keep Redmarley’s residents grounded.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (398K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-10-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1863–1933
An English novelist and playwright whose stories move easily between family life, romance, and sharp social observation. Writing as L. Allen Harker, she built a career that reached the stage as well as the page.
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