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LoC No.: 15004807
Title: The Man of Iron
Original Publication: New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "The Man of Iron" by Richard Dehan is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Patrick Carolan Breagh, a young boy, as he grapples with profound themes of identity, family, and the passage from childhood into a more complex adult world. Set against a backdrop of societal change and personal tumult, the book explores the effects of war and disillusionment on individuals and families. The opening of "The Man of Iron" introduces us to a crucial moment in young Carolan's life as he learns the painful truth about his family history and the death of his mother, Milly. On his birthday, dressed in new breeches, he accidentally overhears a conversation revealing the secret of his lineage and the neglect he feels from his stepmother, Mrs. Breagh. As Carolan continues to navigate these revelations, he is forced to confront complex feelings about love, loss, and his place in a world shaped by war and personal expectations. Through vivid imagery and rich emotional depth, the narrative crafts a compelling journey of self-discovery and resilience in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dehan, Richard, 1863-1932
EBook No.: 75200
Published: Jan 24, 2025
Downloads: 1480
Language: English
Subject: Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 15004807
Title: The Man of Iron
Original Publication: New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1915.
Note: Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "The Man of Iron" by Richard Dehan is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Patrick Carolan Breagh, a young boy, as he grapples with profound themes of identity, family, and the passage from childhood into a more complex adult world. Set against a backdrop of societal change and personal tumult, the book explores the effects of war and disillusionment on individuals and families. The opening of "The Man of Iron" introduces us to a crucial moment in young Carolan's life as he learns the painful truth about his family history and the death of his mother, Milly. On his birthday, dressed in new breeches, he accidentally overhears a conversation revealing the secret of his lineage and the neglect he feels from his stepmother, Mrs. Breagh. As Carolan continues to navigate these revelations, he is forced to confront complex feelings about love, loss, and his place in a world shaped by war and personal expectations. Through vivid imagery and rich emotional depth, the narrative crafts a compelling journey of self-discovery and resilience in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dehan, Richard, 1863-1932
EBook No.: 75200
Published: Jan 24, 2025
Downloads: 1480
Language: English
Subject: Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.