The Soldier of the Valley by Nelson Lloyd

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Author Lloyd, Nelson, 1873-1933
Title The Soldier of the Valley
Note Reading ease score: 90.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Al Haines
Summary "The Soldier of the Valley" by Nelson Lloyd is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Mark Hope, a soldier who has returned home after losing a leg in battle but is greeted with warmth and celebration from the townsfolk of Black Log. As he adjusts to life back in the valley, he grapples with his identity as a war hero and a newfound life limitation, while also being drawn to the complexities of the people around him, including his younger brother Tim and the captivating Mary Warden. The opening of the novel introduces Mark as a soldier transformed into a kind of hero despite his physical limitations. He reflects on his earlier life in the valley and his yearning for adventure, along with the experiences of war that have brought him back, albeit a changed man. As he arrives, he is welcomed by friends and family who celebrate his return, yet Mark feels the weight of their kindness mingled with an unexpected pity. Through his interactions with townspeople, learning about their lives, and absorbing their lengthy congratulations, Mark begins to navigate his new reality at home. The tone captures a sense of nostalgia and uncertainty as he also finds himself intrigued by Mary, a recent acquaintance with ties to the local preacher, hinting at themes of love, loss, and adaptation in the wake of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Pennsylvania -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 17156
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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