02358cam a22003493u 4500 60123 UtSlPG 20260610134403.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16020111 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Locke, William John, 1863-1930 The Wonderful Year Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-08-18 Produced by Marcia Brooks, Al Haines, Jen Haines & the online Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net "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.) Original publication data not identified British -- France -- Fiction British -- Egypt -- Fiction English fiction -- 20th century World War, 1914-1918 -- France -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60123 100949 100949