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_aDavis, Richard Harding, _d1864-1916 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Log of the "Jolly Polly" |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1999 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1999-07-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Aaron Cannon, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Log of the 'Jolly Polly'" by Richard Harding Davis is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work follows the struggles of a fading author, Fletcher Farrell, as he navigates his faltering literary career and encounters unexpected opportunities for wealth and belonging, specifically through an eccentric couple eager to adopt him. The narrative balances themes of identity, familial relationships, and the allure of wealth against one's integrity. The story begins with Fletcher Farrell, once a popular novelist, facing an identity crisis as his popularity wanes and his financial situation becomes precarious. Temptation strikes when he meets Mr. and Mrs. Farrell, who propose to adopt him in a bid to both secure their fortune and gain social status through association with a famous author. Initially dismissive, Fletcher’s journey leads him to Fairharbor, where he becomes enamored with the beautiful Polly Briggs and learns more about the peculiarities of the Farrells and their lavish lifestyle. Throughout the novel, Fletcher grapples with his desire for independence while also confronting the enticement of wealth and acceptance, ultimately discovering that love and personal integrity are more valuable than monetary gain and social prestige. In a twist of fate, he finds that his connection to Polly is more significant than his ties to the Farrells, leading to an unexpected conclusion that redefines his understanding of family and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aMan-woman relationships -- Fiction | ||
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