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LoC No.: 16020111

Title: The Wonderful Year

Note: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "The Wonderful Year" by William John Locke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story encapsulates the experiences of Martin Overshaw, a somewhat timid and unremarkable English professor, as he navigates life and relationships in Paris after being dismissed from his teaching position. The narrative unfolds an exploration of themes such as liberation, self-discovery, and the contrast between the mundane and the romantic backdrop of Paris. The opening of the novel introduces Martin as he navigates the unfamiliar streets of Paris, eagerly anticipating a meeting with a friend, Corinna Hastings. Through his reflections, the reader learns of his recent struggles and sense of loss following his mother’s death, juxtaposing the vibrancy of Paris with his own feelings of alienation. His dinner with Corinna sets the stage for their budding friendship, revealing their shared sentiments of searching for purpose and happiness against the backdrop of a city that evokes both excitement and dread. As they connect over their dreams and disappointments, they lay the foundation for an adventurous journey that promises further exploration of their lives and aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Locke, William John, 1863-1930

EBook No.: 60123

Published: Aug 18, 2019

Downloads: 73

Language: English

Subject: British -- France -- Fiction

Subject: British -- Egypt -- Fiction

Subject: English fiction -- 20th century

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

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60123:2 2019-08-18T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Locke, William John en urn:lccn:16020111 1
2024-11-05T12:32:35Z The Wonderful Year

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 16020111

Title: The Wonderful Year

Note: Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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

Summary: "The Wonderful Year" by William John Locke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story encapsulates the experiences of Martin Overshaw, a somewhat timid and unremarkable English professor, as he navigates life and relationships in Paris after being dismissed from his teaching position. The narrative unfolds an exploration of themes such as liberation, self-discovery, and the contrast between the mundane and the romantic backdrop of Paris. The opening of the novel introduces Martin as he navigates the unfamiliar streets of Paris, eagerly anticipating a meeting with a friend, Corinna Hastings. Through his reflections, the reader learns of his recent struggles and sense of loss following his mother’s death, juxtaposing the vibrancy of Paris with his own feelings of alienation. His dinner with Corinna sets the stage for their budding friendship, revealing their shared sentiments of searching for purpose and happiness against the backdrop of a city that evokes both excitement and dread. As they connect over their dreams and disappointments, they lay the foundation for an adventurous journey that promises further exploration of their lives and aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Locke, William John, 1863-1930

EBook No.: 60123

Published: Aug 18, 2019

Downloads: 73

Language: English

Subject: British -- France -- Fiction

Subject: British -- Egypt -- Fiction

Subject: English fiction -- 20th century

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

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60123:3 2019-08-18T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Locke, William John en urn:lccn:16020111 1