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Swan, Annie S.
1859
1943
Burnett-Smith, A. (Annie)
Lyall, David
Smith, Burnett, Mrs.
Smith, Annie S.
18014193
An Englishwoman's Home
Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"An Englishwoman's Home" by Annie S. Swan is a narrative written in the early 20th century, during World War I. The book details the experiences of an Englishwoman living through the ravages of war, focusing on themes of loss, resilience, and the profound impact of conflict on domestic life and personal identity. Central to the narrative is the character of Mrs. A. Burnett Smith, who offers a poignant and reflective account of her and her family’s life as they endure the challenges brought on by the war. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to the author's emotional turmoil following the destruction of her home due to an air raid, marking a significant turning point in her life. She reminisces about past conversations and cherished memories associated with her home, which has now been reduced to ruins. Her letter describes the haunting experience of witnessing destruction, the loss of her son, and her husband’s departure to serve in the war. The emotional depth of her reflections provides a stark contrast to the chaotic external environment of war, illustrating the internal struggle of a woman grappling with grief and the relentless march toward reconstruction amidst loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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