Eben Holden's Last Day A-Fishing by Irving Bacheller

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Author Bacheller, Irving, 1859-1950
Title Eben Holden's Last Day A-Fishing
Note Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Eben Holden's Last Day A-Fishing" by Irving Bacheller is a novel written in the early 20th century. This reflective work captures the simple pleasures of life, focusing on themes of nostalgia, family, and the connection between people and nature. The story revolves around the character of Uncle Eb, who embarks on one last fishing trip that serves as a poignant exploration of aging and the passage of time while celebrating cherished memories of the past. The narrative unfolds as the protagonist reminisces about a blissful day spent fishing with his elderly friend Uncle Eb, who is characterized by his humor, wisdom, and connection to nature. The story is interspersed with anecdotes and reflections that encapsulate the joys and challenges of life. As they traverse familiar landscapes, Uncle Eb imparts lessons drawn from a lifetime of experiences, touching on the cycles of life, love, and loss. Ultimately, the fishing trip serves as a heartfelt farewell to both the physical act of fishing and the deeper metaphor of life's fleeting moments, leaving readers with a sense of warmth and contemplation about their own relationships and the inevitable passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Farm life -- Fiction
Subject New York (State) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 52454
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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