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Title: The Middle of the Road: A Novel

Note: Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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Summary: "The Middle of the Road: A Novel" by Philip Gibbs is a fiction work written in the early 20th century. The story follows Bertram Pollard, a war veteran grappling with internal turmoil following the traumatic experiences of World War I and the complexities of his marriage to Joyce. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and societal disillusionment in a post-war society. The opening portion of the novel introduces Bertram Pollard as he anxiously awaits news of his wife's childbirth. The intense emotional strain he feels is palpable, heralding a somber atmosphere in their Kensington home. As he recalls his past with Joyce and his experiences during the war, his feelings of inadequacy and fear regarding their future become evident. The narrative sets the stage for the deep exploration of their relationship, revealing undercurrents of jealousy and societal expectations, particularly as Bertram confronts Joyce's desire for independence. A significant tragedy unfolds as they face the stillbirth of their child, marking a pivotal moment that leaves Bertram grappling with grief and unresolved emotions amidst the chaotic social landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gibbs, Philip, 1877-1962

EBook No.: 59960

Published: Jul 21, 2019

Downloads: 122

Language: English

Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction

Subject: British -- Foreign countries -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction

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

Subject: Husband and wife -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social conditions -- 20th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-09T23:43:15Z The Middle of the Road: A Novel

This edition has images.

Title: The Middle of the Road: A Novel

Note: Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Marcia Brooks, Al Haines, Alex White & the
online Project Gutenberg team at
http: //www.pgdpcanada.net

Summary: "The Middle of the Road: A Novel" by Philip Gibbs is a fiction work written in the early 20th century. The story follows Bertram Pollard, a war veteran grappling with internal turmoil following the traumatic experiences of World War I and the complexities of his marriage to Joyce. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and societal disillusionment in a post-war society. The opening portion of the novel introduces Bertram Pollard as he anxiously awaits news of his wife's childbirth. The intense emotional strain he feels is palpable, heralding a somber atmosphere in their Kensington home. As he recalls his past with Joyce and his experiences during the war, his feelings of inadequacy and fear regarding their future become evident. The narrative sets the stage for the deep exploration of their relationship, revealing undercurrents of jealousy and societal expectations, particularly as Bertram confronts Joyce's desire for independence. A significant tragedy unfolds as they face the stillbirth of their child, marking a pivotal moment that leaves Bertram grappling with grief and unresolved emotions amidst the chaotic social landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gibbs, Philip, 1877-1962

EBook No.: 59960

Published: Jul 21, 2019

Downloads: 122

Language: English

Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction

Subject: British -- Foreign countries -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction

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

Subject: Husband and wife -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social conditions -- 20th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:59960:3 2019-07-21T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Gibbs, Philip en 1