The Vision of Elijah Berl by Frank Lewis Nason

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Author Nason, Frank Lewis, 1856-1928
Title The Vision of Elijah Berl
Note Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Vision of Elijah Berl" by Frank Lewis Nason is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the ambitious Elijah Berl, his visionary plans for transforming California’s arid landscape into a land of prosperity through agriculture, primarily orange farming. The story explores themes of personal ambition, divine guidance, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly between Elijah, his wife Amy, and fellow engineer Ralph Winston. The opening of the novel introduces a sweeping, vivid landscape of California, contrasting its barren past with potential prosperity due to gold rushes and agricultural developments. Elijah Berl is portrayed as a determined man who passionately believes in transforming the land for agriculture, yet he faces internal struggles concerning his relationships, particularly with his wife Amy, who fears losing her husband to his ambitious pursuits. Meanwhile, the budding partnership with Winston presents ethical dilemmas that will challenge their vision and values as they embark on their enterprise, setting the stage for conflicts that will unfold throughout the narrative. The stage is set for an exploration of fulfillment and the sacrifices that accompany the pursuit of greatness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject California -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 32107
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Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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