"A Maid in Arcady" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a story set in a pretty town, where Ethan Parmley, a guy fresh out of law school, finds more than he bargained for. The story kicks off with Ethan chilling by a calm river, totally taken by the peace and quiet. That is, until he spots a mysterious girl named Clytie at a lotus pool. Think mythology meets small-town charm, as their flirting teases a romance. It's all about lighthearted summer vibes and a hint of adventure as Ethan tries to win Clytie's heart. The themes explore love, youth, and how a touch of fantasy can mix with real life, all told with a playful tone.
A Maid in Arcady
By Ralph Henry Barbour
A young lawyer's peaceful summer takes a turn when he meets a captivating water nymph, leading to romance, flirtation, and adventure in a charming town.
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About the AuthorRalph Henry Barbour was an American novelist, who primarily wrote popular works of sports fiction for boys. In collaboration with L. H. Bickford, he also wrote as Richard Stillman Powell, notably Phyllis in Bohemia. Other works included light romances and adventure.
Ralph Henry Barbour was an American novelist, who primarily wrote popular works of sports fiction for boys. In collaboration with L. H. Bickford, he also wrote as Richard Stillman Powell, notably Phyllis in Bohemia. Other works included light romances and adventure.
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