Farquharson of Glune by May Bateman
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About this eBook
| Creator | Bateman, May, 1872-1938 |
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| Title | Farquharson of Glune |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Farquharson of Glune" by May Bateman is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of isolation, societal expectations, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a desolate estate in Scotland known as Glune. The narrative begins with two characters, Cummings and Brand, who are venturing to Glune, which is steeped in tragedy and burdened by its history, particularly involving the Farquharson family. The opening of the book introduces the bleak environment surrounding Glune and its impact on the characters, particularly Richard Farquharson, a young boy tethered to a life of sorrow and restraint under his mother’s stern care. As Cummings and Brand discuss the estate and its inhabitants, Richard’s backstory begins to unfold, giving readers insights into his tumultuous childhood and the profound emotional scars left by his family’s misfortunes. The juxtaposition of Richard's sensitive nature against Brand's worldly cynicism sets the stage for exploring how both the landscape and familial legacy shape one’s identity, promising a narrative rich in emotional depth and character development. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55296 |
| Release Date | Aug 7, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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