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_aFairless, Michael, _d1869-1901 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Roadmender |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1996 |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1996-11-01 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aThe roadmender -- Out of the shadow -- At the white gate. | |
| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1911 Duckworth and Co. edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a"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.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFiction | ||
| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 856 | 4 | 0 | _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/705 |
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