
Harry Richmond finds himself caught in a whirl of family drama and high‑society intrigue. While his father watches the bustling street below, a casual conversation about a princely visitor spirals into talk of marriage papers, secret alliances, and the uneasy responsibilities that come with them. The atmosphere is charged with humor and tension as old grudges surface and the promise of a new union looms over the household.
Amid the chatter, financial trouble erupts when Aunt Dorothy’s sizable stock sale is thrust into the spotlight. The squire confronts her, accusing her of manipulation, while Harry scrambles to keep the delicate balance between honor, obligation, and his own precarious position. As accusations fly and loyalties are tested, the young man senses that the events unfolding are only the beginning of a far more tangled adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (121K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1909
A major Victorian novelist and poet, he is best remembered for sharp, psychologically rich fiction and for turning comedy into a serious way of looking at human behavior. His work rewards listeners who enjoy wit, moral complexity, and characters who rarely fit simple categories.
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