| Author |
Green, Anna Katharine, 1846-1935 |
| Title |
The Bronze Hand
1897
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Bronze Hand" by Anna Katharine Green is a crime fiction novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of political unrest in Baltimore during the tumultuous period leading up to the American Civil War, the book delves into themes of loyalty, intrigue, and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters. The plot centers around a mysterious bronze hand that holds the power to carry out arbitrary justice and intertwines the lives of several individuals caught up in a conspiracy. The story follows the protagonist, Abbott, who becomes entangled with the enigmatic Miss Calhoun. She enlists his help to recover a stolen ring of great significance to her, leading him on a perilous mission that reveals a secret political organization with dangerous intentions. As the narrative unfolds, Abbott discovers the true nature of the ring and its connection to a mechanism that dictates life and death within the organization. The stakes rise as he learns that the ring is linked to a judgment that could cost an innocent man's life. Caught between moral duty and personal loyalty, Abbott's quest culminates in a tragic confrontation that challenges the very notions of justice and sacrifice. The narrative not only weaves a thrilling tale of mystery but also highlights the personal and collective consequences of the political strife of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Subject |
Jewelry theft -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22806 |
| Release Date |
Sep 29, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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