Cunning Murrell (1900)

Cunning Murrell is a novel written by Arthur Morrison and first published in 1900. The book is set in the mid-19th century and tells the story of a cunning and mysterious man named Murrell who lives in the village of Hadleigh in Essex, England. Murrell is a healer and a magician who is said to possess supernatural powers. He is feared and respected by the villagers, who come to him for help with their problems.The story follows the lives of several characters in the village who are affected by Murrell's presence. There is the young and innocent Mary, who becomes fascinated by Murrell and his powers. There is also the wealthy landowner, Sir William, who is suspicious of Murrell and wants to expose him as a fraud. Meanwhile, Murrell himself is hiding a dark secret that threatens to destroy him.As the story unfolds, the characters become entangled in a web of deceit and intrigue. Murrell's true intentions are revealed, and the villagers are forced to confront their own beliefs and prejudices. The novel explores themes of superstition, class, and power, and raises questions about the nature of truth and deception.Overall, Cunning Murrell is a gripping and atmospheric tale that combines elements of mystery, romance, and the supernatural. It is a classic of Victorian literature and a fascinating portrait of a bygone era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.