Black Moss, Vol. 1 of 2: A Tale by a Tarn (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book, set in the fictional, isolated valley of Black Moss in the early 1800s, focuses on the sinister activities of Gideon Cuyp, the manipulative local undertaker who callously exploits the devastating fever sweeping through the region. Through the eyes of Minna Norman, an adopted orphan who assists Cuyp with his morbid trade, the author delves into themes of greed, corruption, and the lengths to which individuals will go for personal gain. The story explores the moral quandaries faced by those living in the shadow of death, and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition in a time of great suffering. This haunting tale offers a thought-provoking examination of the darkness that can lurk within the human heart, while shedding light on the resilience and compassion that can emerge even in the face of unspeakable tragedy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- Black Moss, Vol. 1 of 2: A Tale by a Tarn (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Miriam May, Crispen Ken
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2020
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330940806
- ISBN 13
- 9781330940808
- Seller catalogs
- Childrens Fiction
A darkly atmospheric tale of love, power, and secrets in a shadowed Cumberland valley.
A young woman stands at the center of a web of ambition, gossip, and looming scandal as a small community is pulled into a dramatic struggle over loyalty, class, and a pristine reputation.
Set against the ruined beauty of Black Moss and its fever-haunted abbey, the story follows Minna Norman, Gideon Cuyp, and a circle of figures who will stop at nothing to secure fortune and status. As romances ignite and social games unfold, appearances threaten to mask dangerous truths.- Experience a vivid, moody setting where nature mirrors the characters’ turmoil.
- Follow intricate relationships shaped by duty, desire, and social ascent.
- Meet a cast of memorable figures, from a calculating undertaker to a noble society host.
- Navigate suspenseful social scenes that hinge on rumors, mistaken impressions, and hidden motives.
Ideal for readers who enjoy gothic-tinged historical fiction with keen social observation and rich period flavor.
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.
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