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Richard Hurdis, Volume 2

Richard Hurdis, Volume 2

Simms, William Gilmore

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Mystery & ThrillerHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN10: 1419144812
ISBN13: 9781419144813
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.45 Width: 7.48 Depth: 9.38
Language: English
Richard Hurdis V2 is a novel written by William Gilmore Simms. It is the second volume in a series that follows the life and adventures of the titular character, Richard Hurdis. The story is set in the American South during the early 19th century, a time of great social and political upheaval.In this volume, Richard Hurdis finds himself caught up in a web of intrigue and danger as he becomes embroiled in the political machinations of the day. He must navigate the complex world of Southern politics, where loyalty and betrayal are often indistinguishable, and where the stakes are high.Along the way, Richard Hurdis encounters a cast of colorful characters, including politicians, plantation owners, and slaves. He also finds himself drawn to a beautiful and mysterious woman who may hold the key to his future.As the story unfolds, Richard Hurdis must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will determine his fate. Simms paints a vivid picture of life in the American South during this tumultuous time, and his writing is both lyrical and powerful.Overall, Richard Hurdis V2 is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end.The murderer hurried homewards when this dark conference was ended. The affair in which he had acted so principal, yet secondary a part, had exercised a less obvious influence upon him than upon the yet baser person who had egged him on to the deed. There was no such revulsion of feeling in his bosom, as in that of John Hurdis. Endowed with greater nerve at first, and rendered obtuse from habit and education, the nicer sensibilities----the keener apprehensions of the mind.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.

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