The Land of Content by Edith Barnard Delano
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| Author | Delano, Edith Barnard, 1874-1946 |
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| Illustrator | Henry, J. |
| Title | The Land of Content |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Land of Content" by Edith Barnard Delano is a fictional narrative likely written in the early 20th century. This novel explores themes of personal growth and social class through the interactions of characters in the scenic backdrop of rural America. The initial chapters introduce John Ogilvie, a country doctor, and Benson Flood, a wealthy man on a quest for peace and purpose, as they encounter one another at a crossroad and forge an unexpected friendship. At the start of the story, we see the early spring setting in a mountain region, where the doctor is enjoying the tranquility of the landscape while tending to a sick child. After some time, he meets Benson Flood, who is lost in his luxurious car and seeks directions. As they converse and establish a rapport, Flood expresses his desire for a simpler life after having experienced wealth. Their interaction hints at deeper themes of connection and service, as Substantial context is provided on Ogilvie's character, projecting a sense of purpose beyond material success. Furthermore, the plot sets the stage for Rosamund Randall, Flood's love interest, highlighting her emotional journey and the impact of her commitment to helping others, particularly when she stays back to care for a child injured in an accident. This combination of characters and plot elements suggests an exploration of social dynamics and personal fulfillment in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Physicians -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Friendship -- Fiction |
| Subject | Southern States -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mountain life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58680 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 42 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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