Shining Ferry

Name: Shining Ferry
Author: Arthur Quiller-Couch

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An aging steward faces a serious wasting illness while managing an estate and maritime business, and his impending mortality frames the novel's early episodes. He inspects accounts, confronts his son’s cautious bookkeeping, and travels to town, exposing tensions between duty, commerce, and personal pride. A young woman arrives in the community and becomes entangled with local schools, rivalries, and disputes over influence and a ferry right, provoking dismissals and social disgrace. Romantic attachments, a dramatic rescue, and gestures of magnanimity lead to reconciliations that settle several personal and domestic conflicts.

About the Author

Arthur Quiller-Couch

Arthur Quiller-Couch, often referred to as 'Q', was a British author and literary critic known for his contributions to English literature in the early 20th century. He was born in Cornwall and had a profound appreciation for the region's culture, which is reflected in many of his works. Quiller-Couch is particularly recognized for his storytelling prowess and his ability to weave intricate narratives, as seen in his notable novel 'Dead Man's Rock'. His literary criticism, compiled in 'Adventures in Criticism', showcases his insights into the works of other authors, including Charles Dickens. Quiller-Couch's legacy includes a rich collection of novels, short stories, and essays that continue to resonate with readers today.

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