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Title: The Major

Note: Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger

Summary: "The Major" by Ralph Connor is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around Lawrence Gwynne, a young boy grappling with themes of courage, identity, and family honor, especially in light of his mother's Quaker background, which is perceived by some as cowardice. Through childhood adventures and the pressure of social expectations, the narrative explores how Lawrence navigates the challenges of growing up in a close-knit village. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Lawrence, who is captivated by the arrival of spring and the vibrant life around him. The opening scene depicts a typical day in the village, as Lawrence enthusiastically sets off for school, only to be sidetracked by his friends, leading to a day filled with exploration and adventure in nature. However, their escapades take a turn when they skip school and encounter a bully named Mop, who cruelly insults Lawrence, labeling him a coward like his mother, inciting a fierce internal struggle within the boy about his values and identity. This conflict sets the stage for further developments as Lawrence confronts societal norms and personal expectations in his quest for bravery and self-acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Connor, Ralph, 1860-1937

EBook No.: 3249

Published: May 30, 2006

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: Canada -- Fiction

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Canada -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Major

Note: Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger

Summary: "The Major" by Ralph Connor is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around Lawrence Gwynne, a young boy grappling with themes of courage, identity, and family honor, especially in light of his mother's Quaker background, which is perceived by some as cowardice. Through childhood adventures and the pressure of social expectations, the narrative explores how Lawrence navigates the challenges of growing up in a close-knit village. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Lawrence, who is captivated by the arrival of spring and the vibrant life around him. The opening scene depicts a typical day in the village, as Lawrence enthusiastically sets off for school, only to be sidetracked by his friends, leading to a day filled with exploration and adventure in nature. However, their escapades take a turn when they skip school and encounter a bully named Mop, who cruelly insults Lawrence, labeling him a coward like his mother, inciting a fierce internal struggle within the boy about his values and identity. This conflict sets the stage for further developments as Lawrence confronts societal norms and personal expectations in his quest for bravery and self-acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Connor, Ralph, 1860-1937

EBook No.: 3249

Published: May 30, 2006

Downloads: 119

Language: English

Subject: Canada -- Fiction

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Canada -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.