The Channings: A Story

Name: The Channings: A Story
Author: Mrs. Henry Wood

By Mrs. Henry Wood

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The narrative follows Mr Channing and his family after an unexpected legal claim strips the expected inheritance, forcing reduced means and altering plans for his children; Constance emerges as the calm organizer while Arthur, Tom, Hamish and others confront curtailed ambitions. Local society and church functionaries, including Lady Augusta Yorke, Roland Yorke, Mr Ketch and Mr Jenkins, complicate career hopes with rivalries, examinations, and officious interference. A mystery thread involves a disappearance into the river, searches, a recovered relic and recurring uncanny incidents, prompting investigations and travel abroad. Family loyalties, pride and practical resourcefulness are tested as secrets come to light and fortunes are reshaped.

About the Author

Mrs. Henry Wood

Mrs. Henry Wood, born Ellen Wood, was a prominent English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her sensational and romantic fiction. Her most famous work, "East Lynne," published in 1861, became a bestseller and is often credited with shaping the genre of domestic fiction. Wood's novels frequently explore themes of morality, social issues, and the complexities of human relationships, reflecting the Victorian era's values and concerns. Over her prolific career, she authored numerous novels, including "A Life's Secret" and "Johnny Ludlow," which further established her reputation as a significant figure in Victorian literature.