Within these walls

Name: Within these walls
Author: Rupert Hughes

By Rupert Hughes

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A newly married couple flees a virulent epidemic in the city and travels to his country house to begin their honeymoon; their passage through panic-stricken streets and the home’s welcoming landscape frames a portrait of domestic adjustment and social tension. The narrative traces their early married days, the household staff’s ambivalent loyalties, and encounters with neighbors and expectations, contrasting urban disorder with rural refuge. Themes include fear of contagion, social hierarchy and manners, the persistence of servile attitudes among formerly enslaved servants, and the fragile comforts of home in unsettled times.

About the Author

Rupert Hughes

Rupert Hughes was an American author, playwright, and biographer, known for his diverse contributions to literature in the early 20th century. He wrote novels, essays, and critical studies, often exploring themes of music and human relationships. Among his notable works is "The Cup of Fury: A Novel of Cities and Shipyards," which reflects his interest in the intersection of urban life and personal drama. Hughes also delved into the lives of musicians, as seen in his two-volume series "The Love Affairs of Great Musicians." His writings often blend narrative storytelling with cultural commentary, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.