The Fairless, Michael 1869-1901 creator text utu 1996 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Roadmender" by Michael Fairless is a philosophical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around a roadmender, who takes pride in his humble work by the side of a quiet road, reflecting on the beauty of life, love, and the nature of existence through intimate connections with the world around him. The protagonist's musings convey a sense of joy in simplicity, service, and the small, seen and unseen connections that bind the fabric of humanity. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the roadmender as he describes his idyllic surroundings—sitting beside a winding path adorned with flowers and remnants of nature. He meditates on the significance of his work and its impact on both himself and the travelers who pass by. The roadmender finds solace in his routine while relishing the beauty of nature and the joy of serving others. Through encounters with various travelers and locals, he gains insights into their lives, illuminating the struggles and hopes of those around him. The opening chapters set an introspective tone that invites the reader to contemplate the nature of work, life, and the divine connections that reside within everyday experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The roadmender -- Out of the shadow -- At the white gate. Release date is 1996-11-01 Transcribed from the 1911 Duckworth and Co. edition by David Price Original publication data not identified Fiction Short stories PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/705 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/705 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133035.0 705