A Bride from the Bush

Name: A Bride from the Bush
Author: E. W. Hornung

By E. W. Hornung

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The story follows a respectable Thames household thrown into comic disarray when the long-absent eldest son returns from Australia with an unexpected bride. Social awkwardness and family tensions surface in a notorious breakfast episode where the newcomer mistakes the patriarch and pleads forgiveness, prompting mixed reactions from pride, mortification, and ironic amusement. Through letters, domestic conversations, country episodes, and moments of reconciliation, the narrative satirizes manners and reputation while tracing shifting loyalties and the private costs of public respectability.

About the Author

E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and cricketer. His most notable work, "A Thief in the Night," showcases Raffles' adventures and has contributed significantly to the genre of crime fiction. Hornung's writing often blends elements of humor and suspense, reflecting the social mores of his time. In addition to his Raffles stories, he wrote novels such as "A Bride from the Bush" and "Dead Men Tell No Tales," which further demonstrate his versatility as a storyteller. His works remain a part of the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.