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Morals of Marcus Ordeyne

Morals of Marcus Ordeyne

By: William John Locke
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 In Morals of Marcus Ordeyne, we follow the life of Sir Marcus Ordeyne, a middle-aged bachelor and schoolmaster who enjoys the privileges of both wealth and title, allowing him a life of leisure. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a young girl in a London park, who has fled a Turkish harem only to find herself abandoned and destitute after her rescuers sudden death. With no clear path forward, Sir Marcus takes her into his home, leading to a series of unexpected and profound consequences. (Summary by Simon Evers)Copyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Drama & Plays Social Sciences
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  • 025 - Chapter 25

    025 - Chapter 25
    Feb 22 2026
    In Morals of Marcus Ordeyne, we follow the life of Sir Marcus Ordeyne, a middle-aged bachelor and schoolmaster who enjoys the privileges of both wealth and title, allowing him a life of leisure. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a young girl in a London park, who has fled a Turkish harem only to find herself abandoned and destitute after her rescuers sudden death. With no clear path forward, Sir Marcus takes her into his home, leading to a series of unexpected and profound consequences. (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    20 mins
  • 024 - Chapter 24

    024 - Chapter 24
    Feb 22 2026
    In Morals of Marcus Ordeyne, we follow the life of Sir Marcus Ordeyne, a middle-aged bachelor and schoolmaster who enjoys the privileges of both wealth and title, allowing him a life of leisure. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a young girl in a London park, who has fled a Turkish harem only to find herself abandoned and destitute after her rescuers sudden death. With no clear path forward, Sir Marcus takes her into his home, leading to a series of unexpected and profound consequences. (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    13 mins
  • 023 - Chapter 23

    023 - Chapter 23
    Feb 22 2026
    In Morals of Marcus Ordeyne, we follow the life of Sir Marcus Ordeyne, a middle-aged bachelor and schoolmaster who enjoys the privileges of both wealth and title, allowing him a life of leisure. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a young girl in a London park, who has fled a Turkish harem only to find herself abandoned and destitute after her rescuers sudden death. With no clear path forward, Sir Marcus takes her into his home, leading to a series of unexpected and profound consequences. (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    17 mins
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