Thankful Blossom by Bret Harte

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Author Harte, Bret, 1836-1902
Title Thankful Blossom
Note Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary "Thankful Blossom" by Bret Harte is a historical romance novel set in the late 18th century during the American Revolutionary War. The story unfolds in Morristown, New Jersey, primarily following the spirited character of Thankful Blossom, who finds herself entangled in the political and personal turmoil of her time, particularly around her relationships with military men, including the captain Allan Brewster and Major Van Zandt. The narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of war on human relations. At the start of the novel, the scene is set against a harsh winter landscape, emphasizing the coldness of both weather and circumstance. Thankful is depicted as a strong-willed young woman waiting for her sweetheart, Captain Allan Brewster, who faces the complexities of loyalty and duty. Their interaction reveals a playful yet serious dynamic, highlighting her determination and his military preoccupations. The opening establishes the tension between personal affections and the broader context of revolution and betrayal, as rumors swirl and the stakes rise, leading to a dramatic narrative that intertwines personal and political crises. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
Subject American fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 2177
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 31, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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