Dr. Vermont's fantasy, and other stories by Hannah Lynch

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Author Lynch, Hannah, 1859-1904
LoC No. 03028181
Title Dr. Vermont's fantasy, and other stories
Original Publication United Kingdom: J. M. Dent and Company,1896.
Note Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Dr. Vermont's fantasy -- Brases -- A page of philosophy -- Armand's mistake -- Mr. Malcolm Fitzroy -- The little marquis.
Credits Emmanuel Ackerman, Benoit Verduyn and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "Dr. Vermont's Fantasy and Other Stories" by Hannah Lynch is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The primary narrative, "Dr. Vermont's Fantasy," revolves around Mademoiselle Lenormant, who is a central character navigating the complexities of life on a quiet island, reflecting on love, loss, and the influence of past choices. The tone is contemplative, featuring themes of introspection and the bittersweet nature of existence. The opening of the tale sets a vivid scene, with a description of a warm autumn day in a bustling city, contrasting with the melancholy of the solitary protagonist who finds herself drawn to an isolated island. As she wanders through the quiet, desolate spaces, she encounters a peasant who provides insight into the sparse life of the residents. The protagonist feels a sense of anticipation for an unexpected event, and her curiosity leads her to an old woman who offers a glimpse into the lives of those on the island, including the mysteries surrounding Mademoiselle Lenormant and her home. This initial chapter establishes a rich atmospheric backdrop and intrigues the reader with the promise of deeper stories to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- Irish authors
Subject Short stories, English -- Irish authors
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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