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Francis, M. E.
1930
Blundell, Mary E. Sweetman
Blundell, Mrs. Francis
Blundell, Mary Elizabeth
Brock, H. M. (Henry Matthew)
1875
1960
Brock, Henry Matthew
North, South and Over the Sea
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
North: Golden Sally. "Th' owdest member." The conquest of Radical Ted. Heather in Holborn. Sentiment and "feelin'" -- South: The romance of Brother John. Giles in luck. "The wold love and the noo." Blackbird's inspiration. The girl he left behind him -- Over the sea: Elleney. In St. Patrick's ward. The flitting of the old folks. "The spider and the gout." Roseen.
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"North, South and Over the Sea" by M. E. Francis is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book features various narratives that likely explore themes of rural life and human relationships, likely set in England, reflecting the social dynamics of the time. The opening of the collection begins with "Golden Sally," introducing John Dickinson, a young man from Liverpool who has moved to the countryside to learn farming under his uncle's guidance. As John struggles to adjust to the hard labor of rural life, he encounters Sally, a wild and free-spirited girl known as "Cockle Sally," who represents a stark contrast to the respectable life he aspires to lead. Their interactions evolve from humorous to poignant, revealing class differences and an unspoken bond as John begins to educate Sally. The complexity of their relationship unfolds against a backdrop of social expectations, showcasing the tensions between ambition and affection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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