Under Sealed Orders by H. A. Cody
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| Author | Cody, H. A. (Hiram Alfred), 1872-1948 |
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| Title | Under Sealed Orders |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Under Sealed Orders" by H. A. Cody is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book appears to revolve around themes of social injustice and the struggle for dignity, following characters like the old man David Findley, who seems to be a once-respected individual now reduced to the status of a pauper, and the spirited young girl Betty Bean, who takes it upon herself to care for him. The narrative hints at the transformative power of their relationship against the harsh backdrop of society's scorn for those who are less fortunate. The opening of the book introduces us to David Findley standing near Break Neck Falls, enchanted by the sound of the water, which he believes carries a message of power and potential for the community. His reverie is interrupted by a young man who derisively suggests that without money, David’s visions are worthless. Later, David finds himself sold as a pauper to the lowest bidder, prompting Betty, an observant and compassionate girl, to create a bond with him. Their interactions highlight themes of kindness amid societal cruelty, leading to a pivotal moment where Jasper Randall—another character burdened by societal constraints—intervenes, ultimately leading to David's escape from Jim Goban’s oppressive hold. The stakes rise as these characters navigate their struggles against the backdrop of flawed societal structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Canada -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16714 |
| Release Date | Sep 17, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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