02259cam a22003373u 4500 56013 UtSlPG 20260610134306.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Locke, William John, 1863-1930 The White Dove Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-11-20 Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive "The White Dove" by William John Locke is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Sylvester Lanyon, a dedicated doctor who grapples with the memories of his deceased wife while navigating his relationships with those around him, particularly Ella Defries, a vibrant young woman who challenges his somber outlook on life. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human connection against the backdrop of a slow-paced, reflective life. The beginning of the novel introduces Sylvester in a thoughtful exchange with Ella, revealing their contrasting perspectives on life. While Ella advocates for embracing life's joys despite its struggles, Sylvester appears more guarded and introspective, weighed down by memories of loss. As their conversation unfolds, it becomes clear that Sylvester is on the cusp of significant change, having just sold his medical practice to pursue newfound ambitions in London. This pivotal moment sets the stage for the exploration of his character's internal conflict, laying the groundwork for the unfolding drama of relationships, societal expectations, and personal revelations throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Adultery -- Fiction England -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction Families -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56013 96844 96844