The Curate Of Poltons

The Curate Of Poltons is a novel written by the English author Anthony Hope. The story revolves around the character of the Reverend John Walden, who becomes the curate of the small village of Poltons. Walden is a man of high moral character and is determined to improve the lives of the villagers. However, he soon discovers that the village is plagued by corruption and deceit. The local squire, Sir Francis Polton, is a ruthless and manipulative man who will stop at nothing to maintain his power and influence. As Walden tries to expose the truth about Sir Francis and his cronies, he finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of politics and intrigue. The novel is a gripping tale of suspense and mystery, with a strong moral message about the importance of honesty and integrity. It is a classic example of Victorian literature, with vivid descriptions of the English countryside and a cast of memorable characters.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Comedies of Courtship, by Anthony Hope. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141791274X.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.