Ladies Whose Bright Eyes: A Romance
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Mr. Sorrell's journey begins with a jarring shift in time, a train accident leading him to the Middle Ages. His arrival is marked by confusion, his modern attire and mannerisms making him an anomaly in this historical setting. However, his predicament quickly transforms into a peculiar advantage; he is mistaken for a Greek slave with miraculous powers, an error that initially affords him a privileged position. Sorrell, initially reluctant and out of place, gradually adapts to the medieval world, absorbing its customs and values. He forms a bond with a woman, their connection deepening as he immerses himself in the period's way of life. This love story unfolds against the backdrop of his newfound identity and the constant question of his return. Sorrell's journey transcends a simple time travel narrative, exploring themes of belonging, identity, and the complexities of love in a foreign context. The reader is drawn into the story not only by the intrigue of time travel and romance but also by Sorrell's internal struggle to reconcile his modern self with his medieval persona and his yearning for a place where he truly belongs.Book Details
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Ford Madox Ford
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Ford Madox Ford (né Joseph Leopold Ford Hermann Madox Hueffer) was an English novelist, poet, critic and editor whose journals The English Review and The Transatla...
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