| Author |
Wright, Mabel Osgood, 1859-1934 |
| Title |
At the Sign of the Fox: A Romance
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
D A Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"At the Sign of the Fox: A Romance" by Barbara is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of love, loss, and personal renewal through the lens of its main characters, including Robert Stead, a taciturn outdoorsman grappling with his past, and Miss Keith, a middle-aged woman faced with a life-altering decision as she considers marriage after years of independence. Their intertwined lives hint at deeper connections and societal expectations that shape their choices. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Robert Stead and Dr. Russell as they enjoy a hunting trip in the serene landscapes surrounding the Moosatuk River. Their reflective conversation reveals Stead's discontent with his life following tragedies that have left him feeling emotionally unanchored. Meanwhile, Dr. Russell encourages Stead to re-engage with the world after a long period of retreat. As they share their thoughts, the narrative hints at looming changes in their lives, particularly through the mention of Miss Keith, who faces her own transformative moment as she contemplates relocating and potentially remarrying. The mix of character-driven exploration and picturesque descriptions sets the stage for a romance steeped in emotional depth and character development. (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 |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64110 |
| Release Date |
Dec 22, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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