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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aSmith, Francis Hopkinson,
_d1838-1915
245 1 4 _aThe Tides of Barnegat
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2003
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2003-08-01
508 _aProduced by Duncan Harrod. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"The Tides of Barnegat" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story begins in a charming coastal setting, centering around the interactions of several characters, chiefly focusing on Martha Sands, the Cobdens' nurse, and her attachment to her young charge, Lucy Cobden, who is returning home after an extended period at school. The narrative weaves themes of love, social aspirations, and the complexity of relationships within a close-knit community. The beginning of the novel captures a beautiful spring morning as Martha, accompanied by her dog Meg, reflects on the landscape and her anticipation of Lucy's return. Upon encountering Dr. John Cavendish, the local physician, their conversation reveals both the affectionate nature of Martha and the budding connections among the characters, hinting at deeper relationships that intertwine throughout the story. As Martha eagerly awaits her beloved Lucy, the narrative unfolds to reveal Lucy's youthful exuberance and the contrasting dynamics between her and other characters, promising a rich exploration of community, love, and personal growth within the vibrant setting of Barnegat. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLove stories
653 _aSisters -- Fiction
653 _aDomestic fiction
653 _aAdopted children -- Fiction
653 _aIllegitimate children -- Fiction
653 _aLifesaving -- Fiction
653 _aStorms -- Fiction
653 _aBarnegat Bay Region (N.J.) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4398
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