02032cam a22003133u 4500 22714 UtSlPG 20260610133525.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Bellamy, Edward, 1850-1898 Deserted : 1898 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-09-21 Produced by David Widger "Deserted" by Edward Bellamy is a novel written in the late 19th century. This romantic fiction follows the intertwining lives of two main characters, Miss Jennie Dwyer and Mr. Lombard, as they travel across the Nevada desert on a train. The story delves into themes of love, misunderstanding, and the stark beauty of the desert landscape, illustrating how unexpected circumstances can lead to new connections. The narrative begins with Jennie and Lombard enjoying a train journey, where their initial flirting quickly turns into a misunderstanding when Lombard proposes, and Jennie declines. However, their relationship takes a critical twist when the train leaves them stranded in the desert overnight. Forced to navigate their feelings amidst the harsh conditions, their subsequent experiences bring them closer together, leading to a heartfelt resolution. Ultimately, "Deserted" not only explores the depths of human emotion in the face of adversity but also highlights the delicate balance between misunderstanding and intimacy in romantic relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22714 63831 63831