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Title: Pearl of Pearl Island
Credits: Produced by Steven Gibbs and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Pearl of Pearl Island" by John Oxenham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around John Graeme, a young writer navigating his feelings for Margaret Brandt, an heiress under the guardianship of the highly respected but overbearing Mr. Jeremiah Pixley. The narrative unfolds as Graeme seeks solace and inspiration in love amidst the complications introduced by Margaret's familial ties and her uncle's plans for her future. The opening of the novel introduces us to Graeme and Lady Elspeth, who discusses the young man's affections for Margaret. We see his longing for her brought to life through witty banter and tender interactions, revealing his insecurities and ambitions as a writer. Amidst their conversations, we learn about Margaret’s status as an heiress and the obstacles that the character of Mr. Pixley presents. As the story progresses, the complexities of their relationship are underscored by Graeme's determination to secure a future with Margaret, despite the looming influence of her family and societal expectations. The lively characters and emotional depth set the stage for a captivating exploration of love, ambition, and the quest for belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Oxenham, John, 1852-1941
EBook No.: 15259
Published: Mar 4, 2005
Downloads: 241
Language: English
Subject: Sark (Channel Islands) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Pearl of Pearl Island
Credits: Produced by Steven Gibbs and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Summary: "Pearl of Pearl Island" by John Oxenham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around John Graeme, a young writer navigating his feelings for Margaret Brandt, an heiress under the guardianship of the highly respected but overbearing Mr. Jeremiah Pixley. The narrative unfolds as Graeme seeks solace and inspiration in love amidst the complications introduced by Margaret's familial ties and her uncle's plans for her future. The opening of the novel introduces us to Graeme and Lady Elspeth, who discusses the young man's affections for Margaret. We see his longing for her brought to life through witty banter and tender interactions, revealing his insecurities and ambitions as a writer. Amidst their conversations, we learn about Margaret’s status as an heiress and the obstacles that the character of Mr. Pixley presents. As the story progresses, the complexities of their relationship are underscored by Graeme's determination to secure a future with Margaret, despite the looming influence of her family and societal expectations. The lively characters and emotional depth set the stage for a captivating exploration of love, ambition, and the quest for belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Oxenham, John, 1852-1941
EBook No.: 15259
Published: Mar 4, 2005
Downloads: 241
Language: English
Subject: Sark (Channel Islands) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.