Mr. Crewe's Career

The narrative centers on Mr. Hilary Vane, a proud yet unassuming gentleman from a notable family in the picturesque village of Ripton. Despite his noble title, he has never held an office and lives a solitary life in a historic family home, cared for by an elderly housekeeper, Euphrasia Cotton. Their relationship is defined by practicality rather than intimacy, as they occupy opposite ends of a long house. The story unfolds in a quaint setting, highlighting themes of solitude, aging, and the passage of time in their lives.