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Mary Hastings Bradley
1882-1976
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Books by Mary Hastings Bradley
The Palace of Darkened Windows
"The Palace of Darkened Windows" by Mary Hastings Bradley is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the exotic backdrop of Cairo, where the main character, Arlee Beecher, a young American girl, finds herself entangled in the complexities of cultural differences and societal expectations. As she navigates her surroundings, she interacts with various characters, including a captain of Turkish descent and other travelers, which hints at a narrative ripe with romance and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces us to Arlee, who is attending a social gathering at a hotel in Cairo. She quickly finds herself at the center of attention due to her striking beauty and charming demeanor. However, tensions arise as she engages in conversations with a young Englishman, who is visibly disapproving of her interactions with a local officer. The plot thickens with the introduction of the captain, who offers her a glimpse into the foreign culture and set of rules she is gradually discovering. As Arlee's attraction to the captain grows, so do the complications, setting the stage for a story that promises romance, conflict, and exploration of cross-cultural dynamics.
The Fortieth Door
"The Fortieth Door" by Mary Hastings Bradley is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely reflecting the cultural tensions and romantic ideals of its time. The story revolves around Jack Ryder, an American excavator in Cairo, who becomes entangled in a complex web of social conventions and forbidden love when he meets Aimée, a Turkish girl caught between her family's expectations and her personal desires. The opening of the book introduces Jack Ryder, who is reluctantly persuaded to attend a masked ball by Jinny Jeffries, an engaging girl he has entertained during her travels. Despite his disdain for such social gatherings, he ultimately decides to go for her sake. At the ball, he encounters a mysterious black domino, Aimée, who captures his attention with her enchanting presence. Their dance is filled with an intense connection, but it quickly becomes complicated as Aimée reveals her intended marriage to a powerful general, Hamdi Bey, orchestrated by her father in a bid to maintain family honor and security. The tension of their forbidden attraction and Aimée's impending fate set the stage for a tale steeped in intrigue and cultural clash.
The Innocent Adventuress
"The Innocent Adventuress" by Mary Hastings Bradley is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young Italian girl named Maria Angelina Santonini, who embarks on a journey to America at the behest of her mother, hoping to ease the financial burdens of her family while seeking romance and adventure. Faced with societal expectations, familial duties, and her own hopes, Maria finds herself navigating a new world of possibilities. The opening of the novel presents Maria Angelina eavesdropping on a conversation within her family, where they discuss the financial struggles related to her sister's upcoming marriage. It is revealed that Maria, regarded as the family's hope for a prosperous future, is to be sent to America to meet wealthy relatives, thus potentially securing a better dowry for her sisters. As she contemplates her journey, Maria's excitement intermingles with anxiety about leaving her home and the weight of responsibility she feels. The narrative sets the stage for her adventure, highlighting her naivety and determination as she prepares to face the unknown in her new life.