The Whirlwind (1907) - Eden Phillpotts - Bog

The Whirlwind is a novel written by Eden Phillpotts and published in 1907. The story is set in the fictional town of Dartmoor in England and revolves around the life of a young woman named Mary Blyth. Mary is a kind and gentle girl who lives with her father in a small cottage on the moors. She is engaged to be married to a local farmer named John Grimbal, but their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a mysterious stranger named Mark Landon.Mark is a wealthy and handsome man who has recently returned to Dartmoor after many years abroad. He is immediately attracted to Mary and begins to court her, much to the dismay of John and Mary's father. As the story progresses, Mark's true intentions are revealed, and Mary must decide whether to follow her heart or her head.The Whirlwind is a classic example of early 20th-century British literature, with themes of love, betrayal, and social class. Phillpotts' vivid descriptions of the Dartmoor landscape and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this novel a compelling read. The Whirlwind is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.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.