02096cam a22003013u 4500 16143 UtSlPG 20260610133358.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Waterloo, Stanley, 1846-1913 A Man and a Woman Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-06-28 Produced by Al Haines "A Man and a Woman" by Stanley Waterloo is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces the lives of two main characters—Grant Harlson and a woman whose identity remains vague initially. Their intertwined stories seem to explore themes of friendship, nature, and personal growth against the backdrop of an evolving American landscape. The opening of the novel sets the stage by reflecting on the deep friendship between Grant Harlson and the narrator, establishing the intimacy necessary for the unfolding narrative. It reveals Grant's character as a strong, thoughtful man who balances rugged individualism with a striving conscience. Following this prologue, the text transports readers to a richly detailed natural setting, where scenes of flora and fauna blend seamlessly with the young protagonist's experiences. The young boy, who is becoming familiar with nature, develops a fierce aversion to snakes stemming from a childhood incident, which sets up a complex interplay between innocence and the harsh realities of life. This balance hints at the broader themes of the novel: a boy's coming of age amid the challenges of the wild and the emotional turmoil of growing relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16143 57531 57531