Crocker's Hole by R. D. Blackmore
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| Author | Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge), 1825-1900 |
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| Title |
Crocker's Hole
From "Slain By The Doones" By R. D. Blackmore |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Crocker's Hole" by R. D. Blackmore is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a picturesque Devonshire landscape and revolves around the themes of fishing and youthful adventure, centering on a legendary trout in a local pool known as Crocker's Hole. The book captures the charm and challenges of rural life during its time, illustrating the intricacies of angling and the tension of adolescence. The narrative follows a young boy named John Pike, an ardent angler, determined to catch a magnificent trout rumored to reside in Crocker's Hole. The story unfolds as Pike engages in various fishing escapades, rivaling his peers and crafting his own fishing flies. The book delves into the trials and tribulations of Pike's journey, including the ephemeral nature of childhood dreams and the lessons learned through persistence and patience in the face of challenges. As the thrilling climax approaches, the relationship between Pike and the elusive trout becomes a metaphor for ambition and the passage from boyhood to maturity, encapsulating the timeless allure of the fishing quest. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22318 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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