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100	1		_aA. L. O. E., _d1821-1893
245	1	4	_aThe brother's return, and other stories
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2023-11-13
505	0		_aThe brother's return -- Black yarn and blue -- The shepherd's dog -- What bird would you be? -- The hero and the heroine -- Beware of the wolf.
520			_a"The Brother's Return, and Other Stories" by A. L. O. E. is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century, likely during a period of social and moral reflection characteristic of Victorian literature. The stories revolve around themes of family, forgiveness, kindness, and moral decisions, illustrating various life lessons through relatable characters and their experiences. The titular story, "The Brother's Return," follows Ralph Daines as he seeks reconciliation with his estranged brother, John, after twenty years of silence due to a past quarrel. Upon returning, Ralph discovers that John's life has taken a turn for the worse, leading to profound regret for their lost years. As he encounters John's daughter, Mary, Ralph vows to care for her and honor his brother’s memory, emphasizing themes of redemption and familial responsibility. Other stories in the collection similarly tackle various moral dilemmas and personal growth, encouraging readers to reflect on kindness, gratitude, and the importance of familial bonds. Each narrative serves to highlight virtues while offering a cautionary perspective on negative behaviors, making the stories both engaging and thought-provoking. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cUnited Kingdom: T. Nelson and Sons, 1886
653			_aChildren's stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72110
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