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LoC No.: 27002660
Title: The happy tree
Original Publication: London: Chatto & Windus, 1926.
Credits: Lauren Prichard
Summary: "The Happy Tree" by Rosalind Murray is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores themes of youth, nostalgia, and the passage of time through the reflections of the protagonist, who experiences a sense of detachment from her life as she approaches her fortieth birthday. Central to the narrative are memories of her childhood and significant relationships, particularly with key figures like Hugo and Guy, as well as their shared idyllic moments at a place called Yearsly. At the start of the novel, the protagonist observes the changing seasons and reflects on her life as she prepares to turn forty. There’s a poignant sense of loss as she realizes that her youth is irrevocably faded, yet she feels a peculiar calmness. Her thoughts drift back to her childhood at Yearsly, a cherished retreat, filled with vivid memories of family and friends, particularly Cousin Delia’s nurturing presence. As she recalls playful moments with Hugo and Guy, alongside the various activities that colored their lives, she grapples with the inevitability of change and the bittersweet nature of growing up. The opening establishes a reflective and introspective tone, drawing readers into the intricacies of personal history and the deep emotional connections that continue to influence her present. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 90.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Author: Murray, Rosalind, 1890-1967
EBook No.: 74787
Published: Nov 23, 2024
Downloads: 168
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Subject: Domestic fiction
Subject: Families -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- England -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- 20th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 27002660
Title: The happy tree
Original Publication: London: Chatto & Windus, 1926.
Credits: Lauren Prichard
Summary: "The Happy Tree" by Rosalind Murray is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores themes of youth, nostalgia, and the passage of time through the reflections of the protagonist, who experiences a sense of detachment from her life as she approaches her fortieth birthday. Central to the narrative are memories of her childhood and significant relationships, particularly with key figures like Hugo and Guy, as well as their shared idyllic moments at a place called Yearsly. At the start of the novel, the protagonist observes the changing seasons and reflects on her life as she prepares to turn forty. There’s a poignant sense of loss as she realizes that her youth is irrevocably faded, yet she feels a peculiar calmness. Her thoughts drift back to her childhood at Yearsly, a cherished retreat, filled with vivid memories of family and friends, particularly Cousin Delia’s nurturing presence. As she recalls playful moments with Hugo and Guy, alongside the various activities that colored their lives, she grapples with the inevitability of change and the bittersweet nature of growing up. The opening establishes a reflective and introspective tone, drawing readers into the intricacies of personal history and the deep emotional connections that continue to influence her present. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 90.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Author: Murray, Rosalind, 1890-1967
EBook No.: 74787
Published: Nov 23, 2024
Downloads: 168
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Subject: Domestic fiction
Subject: Families -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- England -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- 20th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.