The Trumpeter Swan by Temple Bailey
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About this eBook
| Author | Bailey, Temple, 1869-1953 |
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| Title | The Trumpeter Swan |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Trumpeter Swan" by Temple Bailey is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Randolph Paine, a young soldier returning to his Virginia home after serving in World War I, and his complex feelings about reintegrating into civilian life, familial responsibilities, and blooming affections for the charming Becky Bannister. The story also touches upon themes of honor, social class disparities, and the lingering impacts of war. The opening of the book introduces the setting as Randolph embarks on a train journey back to Virginia, striking up conversations with fellow passengers. We learn about Randy’s pride in his lineage, his deep connection to his hometown, and his conflicting emotions about his mother's financial struggles while he was away. Upon his return, he encounters Becky, whose youthful exuberance and genuine affection for him stir feelings of nostalgia and possibility. Through the characters' exchanges, Bailey sets the stage for themes of love, aspirations, and the pursuit of one’s place in a world changed by war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18219 |
| Release Date | Apr 21, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 90 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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