A Michigan Man by Elia Wilkinson Peattie
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About this eBook
| Author | Peattie, Elia Wilkinson, 1862-1935 |
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| Title |
A Michigan Man
1891 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "A Michigan Man" by Elia Wilkinson Peattie is a poignant novel written during the late 19th century. This work explores themes of solitude, aspiration, and the harsh realities of life through the lens of its main character, Luther Dallas, a lumberjack whose life is transformed by tragedy and subsequent hardship. It offers a reflection on the intersection of nature and humanity while delving into the struggles of a man navigating the complexities of urban existence after a catastrophic accident. The story centers on Luther Dallas, an experienced woodman whose life takes a dramatic turn when he is crushed by a falling tree. As he recovers, he embarks on a journey to find his estranged sister in the bustling city, only to face the stark contrast between his rustic upbringing and the chaotic urban landscape. Suffering from physical and emotional exhaustion, Luther grapples with feelings of alienation and despair, ultimately finding himself lost in a world that feels foreign and unforgiving. The novel captures his gradual descent into poverty and desperation, emphasizing the relentless pull of his memories of the forest as he yearns for familiarity and connection amidst the harshness of city life. In the end, his tormented soul seems to find a final escape from both the wilderness and urbanity, reflecting on the cyclical nature of life and the essence of human suffering. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23176 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 51 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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