"The Light of Scarthey: A Romance" by Egerton Castle is a tender novel that presents the story of Sir Adrian Landale, a thoughtful light-keeper on the lonely Scarthey Island; the novel explores the journey of love, grief, and intricate human bonds as Adrian grapples with memories of the past. Set in the early 19th century, the story opens with a description of Scarthey, where Adrian lives a solitary life with only his memories. The remains of an old castle hint at Scarthey's militaristic days, contrasting with the natural beauty of the landscape. The first characters introduced are Margery, his caring housekeeper, and René, his Breton servant. The story hints at dramatic events and significant relationships in Adrian's past, shaped by England's political changes, all impacting the life of the silent light-keeper.
The Light of Scarthey: A Romance
By Egerton Castle
Amidst a historical backdrop, a lonely light-keeper faces his past and discovers where love can lead, even in isolation.
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About the AuthorEgerton Smith Castle F.S.A. was an author, antiquarian, and swordsman, and an early practitioner of reconstructed historical fencing, frequently in collaboration with his colleague Captain Alfred Hutton. Castle was the captain of the British épée and sabre teams at the 1908 Summer Olympics.
Egerton Smith Castle F.S.A. was an author, antiquarian, and swordsman, and an early practitioner of reconstructed historical fencing, frequently in collaboration with his colleague Captain Alfred Hutton. Castle was the captain of the British épée and sabre teams at the 1908 Summer Olympics.
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