Author |
Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932 |
Title |
The Money Master, Volume 3.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger
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Summary |
"The Money Master, Volume 3" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written in the early 20th century. This book explores themes of love, familial relationships, and societal expectations as it delves into the lives of its characters, focusing particularly on the tension between tradition and personal desires. The narrative is set against a backdrop of rural life, enriched by its character-driven plot. The story follows Jean Jacques Barbille, who faces emotional turmoil as his daughter Zoe develops a romantic attachment to Gerard Fynes, an actor from outside their community. Jean Jacques, a proud and respected figure within a tight-knit society, struggles with the idea of his daughter loving a Protestant outsider with an uncertain reputation, which brings back painful memories of his own wife's departure years earlier. The conflict escalates as Zoe defies her father's wishes, leading to a dramatic and heartrending conclusion that tests the bonds of their family. Parker's writing captures the complexity of human emotions and relationships, making the narrative both engaging and poignant as it unfolds the characters' inner conflicts and societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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Subject |
Québec (Province) -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
6277 |
Release Date |
Aug 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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