The Winding Stair by A. E. W. Mason

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Author Mason, A. E. W. (Alfred Edward Woodley), 1865-1948
Title The Winding Stair
Note Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Winding Stair" by A. E. W. Mason is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Paul Ravenel, a young man who delves into the complexities of his father's mysterious past and seeks to reclaim his own identity after years of family secrets and shame. The narrative starts with Paul confronting a key figure from his father's life, a lawyer named Mr. Ferguson, leading him on a journey that intertwines themes of love, loss, and the quest for belonging against a backdrop of personal and societal tensions. At the start of the novel, we find Mr. Ferguson wrapped in contemplation as Paul Ravenel enters his office, revealing his eagerness to uncover information about his deceased father, who had been estranged from his past. As Paul navigates his father's history of secrecy, their discussion hints at deep-rooted issues tied to national identity and personal shame. Moving into narrative sequences filled with character interactions, we also meet Colonel Vanderfelt and others as they engage interpretively with Paul, drawing a picture of a young man torn between longing for acceptance and grappling with the burdens of his lineage. This opening sets the stage for further revelations and explorations of relationships shaped by trauma, heritage, and aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Love stories
Subject Soldiers -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Courage -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 60125
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 25, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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