An Old Flame by E.W. Hornung (1897)
AN OLD FLAME is a novel by E.W. Hornung that tells the story of a man who returns to his hometown after many years and rekindles an old romance with a woman he had loved in his youth. The book explores themes of love, loss, and regret as the protagonist grapples with the choices he has made in life and the consequences they have had on those around him.
By E.W. Hornung · First published 1897 · Genre: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Literary Fiction · 10,202 words
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: E.W. Hornung
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Crime Fiction, Mystery, Literary Fiction, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 10,202 words
- Structure: 1 section, 177 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Crime Fiction — The plot revolves around burglary and the criminal exploits of the protagonist, Raffles.
- Mystery — The story contains elements of suspense and intrigue, particularly surrounding Raffles' past and his interactions with Jacques Saillard.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and descriptive, focusing on character development and psychological depth.
- Romance — The narrative includes themes of past love and emotional connections, particularly between Raffles and Jacques Saillard.
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romance · mystery · suspense · drama · love · betrayal · nostalgia · relationships · adventure · conflict · secrets · redemption