Castle Nowhere by Constance Fenimore Woolson

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Author Woolson, Constance Fenimore, 1840-1894
Title Castle Nowhere
Note Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Alan Millar, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team, from scans provided by The Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions
Summary "Castle Nowhere" by Constance Fenimore Woolson is a work of fiction likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces us to Jarvis Waring, a discontented young man who finds himself wandering alone in the wild wilderness bordering Lake Michigan, seeking solace and escape from civilization. The tale unfolds against a backdrop of untouched nature, where Waring encounters a mysterious old man named Fog, who holds secrets of his own that intertwine with a young girl named Silver, who lives in a hidden location known as Castle Nowhere. At the start of the novel, Waring's journey into the wilderness leads him into fleeting encounters with the conceptual "Spirit of Discontent," reflecting his inner turmoil. He sets up camp, only to meet Fog, who has come from the sea in a small skiff. Their dialogue hints at deep philosophical reflections on life, existence, and belonging. Waring’s thoughts are interrupted by the arrival of Silver, who represents innocence amidst the wilderness. As Waring becomes entwined in the life of Fog and Silver, themes of love, isolation, and the complexities of human nature begin to emerge, suggesting a rich exploration of personal redemption against the backdrop of the wild. The opening portion sets the stage for this exploration, inviting readers into a contemplative adventure filled with philosophical dialogues and evocative imagery of the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Michigan -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Michigan, Lake, Region -- Fiction
Subject Great Lakes Region (North America) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 6436
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Most Recently Updated Sep 3, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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