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Title: The Rhodesian
Note: Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David Clarke, Erica Hills, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Rhodesian" by Gertrude Page is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Southern Rhodesia, exploring themes of colonialism, personal loss, and the clash of cultures. The main character, Major Carew, embodies the struggles of the Empire-builder as he navigates both his past and present, while other significant characters include the vibrant cousins Diana and Meryl Pym, who seek purpose in their lives amidst the romantic wilderness of Africa. The opening of the narrative introduces a police camp set against the ancient Zimbabwe ruins, where the mood shifts from carefree banter among the troopers to deep introspection following the news of King Edward's death. Carew, haunted by his memories and personal tragedies, grapples with feelings of exile and loss as he recalls a painful past intertwined with his loyalty to the late king. Meanwhile, the cousins Meryl and Diana, in England, reflect on their lives and the impact of the king's demise as they consider a journey to Africa, igniting their quest for adventure and a sense of duty. As the plot begins to intertwine, themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of a greater purpose become increasingly poignant. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Page, Gertrude, 1872-1922
EBook No.: 27950
Published: Jan 31, 2009
Downloads: 75
Language: English
Subject: Zimbabwe -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Rhodesian
Note: Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David Clarke, Erica Hills, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Rhodesian" by Gertrude Page is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Southern Rhodesia, exploring themes of colonialism, personal loss, and the clash of cultures. The main character, Major Carew, embodies the struggles of the Empire-builder as he navigates both his past and present, while other significant characters include the vibrant cousins Diana and Meryl Pym, who seek purpose in their lives amidst the romantic wilderness of Africa. The opening of the narrative introduces a police camp set against the ancient Zimbabwe ruins, where the mood shifts from carefree banter among the troopers to deep introspection following the news of King Edward's death. Carew, haunted by his memories and personal tragedies, grapples with feelings of exile and loss as he recalls a painful past intertwined with his loyalty to the late king. Meanwhile, the cousins Meryl and Diana, in England, reflect on their lives and the impact of the king's demise as they consider a journey to Africa, igniting their quest for adventure and a sense of duty. As the plot begins to intertwine, themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of a greater purpose become increasingly poignant. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Page, Gertrude, 1872-1922
EBook No.: 27950
Published: Jan 31, 2009
Downloads: 75
Language: English
Subject: Zimbabwe -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.