The Owls' House by Crosbie Garstin
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| Author | Garstin, Crosbie, 1887-1930 |
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| Title | The Owls' House |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Owls' House" by Crosbie Garstin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows John Penhale, a reclusive farmer, who is shaped by a traumatic accident that left him disfigured and embittered. As he grapples with his solitary existence, the narrative unfolds around themes of isolation, love, and the complexity of human relationships against the backdrop of rural England. The opening of the novel introduces John Penhale as he leaves a lawyer’s office, reflecting on his awkwardness in social situations filled with raucous behavior and laughter that he feels excluded from due to his scars. After a distressing encounter at an inn, he reminisces about the accident that changed his life and how it has affected his interactions, providing a glimpse into the bitterness and seclusion he endures. Throughout this initial passage, the reader witnesses his longing for home and a sense of belonging, laying the foundation for a story rich in personal conflict and emotional depth as he navigates the complexities of returning to a life where he must ultimately confront both his past and the prospect of marriage as dictated by his aunt's will. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Cornwall (England : County) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60528 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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