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050 4 _aPS
100 1 _aSinclair, Upton,
_d1878-1968
245 1 0 _aKing Midas: a Romance
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aPublished originally in same year under title: Springtime and harvest.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aText file produced by Charles Aldarondo HTML file produced by David Widger
520 _a"King Midas: A Romance" by Upton Sinclair is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around young Arthur, an aspiring poet, and Helen, the vibrant, beautiful daughter of a clergyman, as they navigate their incredibly charged feelings for one another amidst an enchanting backdrop of nature. The tale explores themes of love, artistic ambition, and the complexities of human relationships. The opening of "King Midas: A Romance" introduces readers to a picturesque May morning in a lush forest, where Arthur, a young man clad in black, finds solace among blooming flowers and a playful stream. His serene moment is interrupted by the arrival of Helen, a captivating young girl whose spirit embodies the joy of springtime. As they reminisce about their shared past and the deep bond they formed as children, Arthur's long-buried feelings rise to the surface. However, as their casual reunion unfolds, it becomes increasingly clear that the love he harbors is not reciprocated in the same way, leading to tension that unfolds dramatically. The beginning of the story establishes a rich setting that enhances the emotional stakes between the characters, hinting at the conflicts and challenges that will follow in their journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4923
999 _c46965
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