Jane Oglander

Name: Jane Oglander
Author: Marie Belloc Lowndes

"Jane Oglander" by Marie Belloc Lowndes follows the story of Mrs. Kaye, a mother who secretly travels to Selford Junction to bid farewell to her son, Bayworth, as he departs for India. Her motives are twofold: to see him one last time and to understand why he has chosen to part from her at home rather than at the station, a tradition they have shared since his childhood. At the station, Mrs. Kaye witnesses a painful scene as Bayworth interacts with Mrs. Maule, a beautiful and captivating woman who has ensnared her son's affections. The tension escalates as Mrs. Kaye grapples with feelings of betrayal and helplessness, realizing that her son is deeply entangled with a woman she disapproves of. As the train prepares to leave, Mrs. Kaye's emotions intensify, leading her to attempt to overhear their conversation. Despite her efforts, she is left with a sense of loss and anger as Bayworth bids farewell to Mrs. Maule, sealing his departure and the painful reality of their relationship. The narrative explores themes of maternal love, societal expectations, and the complexities of human relationships, culminating in Mrs. Kaye's reflection on her son's life and choices.

By Marie Belloc Lowndes · First published 1909 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Psychological Fiction · 21 chapters · 93,492 words

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"A flag for those who go out to war, A flag for those who return, A flag for those who escape hell fire, And a flag for those who burn. "

In spite of many a proverb to the contrary, a plan or plot, when carefully imagined and carried out by an intelligent human being, does not often miscarry or go wrong.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Marie Belloc Lowndes
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Psychological Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction
Length: 93,492 words
Structure: 21 chapters, 1,587 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mystery — The plot revolves around suspenseful elements and the unraveling of secrets.
Thriller — The narrative includes tension and high stakes, characteristic of thriller literature.
Psychological Fiction — The themes explore the complexities of the human mind and emotional states.
Drama — The story contains intense character interactions and emotional conflicts.