By Far Euphrates: A Tale by Deborah Alcock
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| Author | Alcock, Deborah, 1835-1913 |
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| Title | By Far Euphrates: A Tale |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "By Far Euphrates: A Tale" by Deborah Alcock is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows young John Grayson, an English lad traveling with his father, Mr. Grayson, through the tumultuous regions along the Euphrates River. The novel explores themes of faith, heroism, and the harsh realities faced by Christians in the Middle East, as well as John’s personal transformative journey amidst a backdrop of cultural and political strife. At the start of the tale, we meet John Grayson and his father as they camp near the Euphrates River. Young John is ignited by a sense of adventure and curiosity, yearning to explore the historic river that is emblematic of countless stories from the past. However, his initial excitement gives way to disappointment upon seeing the river's dull and muddy waters. This moment of disillusionment deepens when they encounter the struggles and tragedies of the local Armenian community, introducing John to the dire conditions faced by those around him. As the narrative unfolds, the bond between father and son strengthens through their shared experiences, setting the stage for John to confront the realities of his new world, including the themes of sacrifice and faith as his journey progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Armenia -- Fiction |
| Subject | British -- Armenia -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49915 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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