The Ffolliots of Redmarley

"The Ffolliots of Redmarley" by L. Allen Harker is a story that explores the interwoven lives of two families in early 1900s England, highlighting themes of family, societal expectations, and political aspirations. The story begins with the Gallup family and their son, Eloquent, whose father hopes to mold him into a political star; this ambition introduces us to the nearby prominent Ffolliot family. As Eloquent matures, the narrative highlights his interactions with the Ffolliots, including a young girl named Mary, showing how their lives and fates unexpectedly connect.