Mr Hogarth's Will
"Mr. Hogarth's Will" by Catherine Helen Spence is a novel that explores themes of identity, morality, and the nature of existence. The story follows the character of John Hogarth, who has made a will that is both surprising and thought-provoking. As the protagonist navigates the complexities of his own life and death, he must confront the very essence of his being. Through its examination of philosophical concepts and moral dilemmas, "Mr. Hogarth's Will" offers a rich and engaging reading experience that challenges readers to think deeply about their own beliefs and values.
By Catherine Helen Spence · First published 1892 · Genre: Fiction, Drama, Mystery · 45 chapters
Contents
- The Will
- How Francis Received The Good News
- Mr. Brandon's Second Proposal To Elsie, And Its Fate
- Disappointment and Hope; Prose and Poetry
- Jane's Situation
- Mrs. Peck
- Closed Doors
- Elsie's Situation
- Raising The Wind
- An Evening At Mr. Rennie's
- Elsie Refuses An Excellent Offer
- Miss Phillips Meets With A Congenial Spirit In Victoria
- A Humble Friend
- Elsie Accepts Of A New Situation
- Dr. Grant Prosecutes His Suit With Caution And Success, And Brandon Finds His Love-Making All To Do Over Again
- A Bundle Of Old Letters
- A Letter From Australia For Francis, Which Causes Surprise In An Unexpected Quarter
- Mrs. Peck's Progress
- Up And Down
- Harriett Phillips Does A Little Bit Of Shopping, Which Is Somewhat Fatal To Her Projects
- Business Interrupted By Love
- Peggy Walker's Adventures
- Francis Makes A Favourable Impression On Harriett Phillips
- Mrs. Phillips Is Relieved
- Peggy Walker's Adventures
- A Bonnet Gained And A Lover Lost
- Mrs. Peck's Communication
- Elsie's Literary Venture, and Its Success
- A Seance
- Mrs. Peck's Disappointment
- Some Grave Talk In Gay Company
- Spiritualism, Love, And Politics
- Elsie Melville's Letter
- Mr. Brandon In Edinburgh
- Chiefly Political
- What Can Be Made Of It?
- Peggy's Visitors, And Francis' Resolution
- Good-Bye
- Not So Bad, After All
- Good News For Francis
- Francis Hogarth's Canvass And Election
- Meeting
- Mrs. Phillips's First Grief
- Epilogue
- Another Good-Bye