| Author |
Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
| Title |
Five Tales
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The first and the last -- A stoic -- The apple tree -- The juryman -- Indian Summer of a Forsyte.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Five Tales" by John Galsworthy is a collection of short stories written during the early 20th century. The book explores complex human emotions and moral dilemmas through interconnected narratives that delve into themes of love, murder, and the intricate ties of family loyalty. The beginning of "Five Tales" introduces the first story, "The First and Last," which focuses on Keith Darrant, a successful barrister who enjoys his quiet time at home after a strenuous day working with legal cases. His evening serenity is shattered by a visit from his troubled brother Laurence, who reveals that he has just killed a man in a fit of passion. The tension escalates as Keith, bound by family loyalty yet appalled by Laurence's admission, grapples with the implications of his brother's actions. This gripping opening sets the stage for a deep exploration of familial bonds, responsibility, and the haunting consequences of one's choices in the face of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Forsyte family (Fictitious characters) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Families -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2684 |
| Release Date |
Jun 14, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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