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100	1		_aRichmond, Grace S. _q(Grace Smith), _d1866-1959
245	1	4	_aThe Whistling Mother
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-11-01
508			_aProduced by William Koven, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines.
520			_a"The Whistling Mother" by Grace S. Richmond is a novel written in the early 20th century, during the time of World War I. The book portrays the close relationship between a young man and his mother as he prepares to enlist in the army, exploring themes of duty, pride, and familial love. The narrative highlights how a supportive mother can significantly impact her child's emotional resilience in challenging times. The story follows Jack, a college student who is confronted with the prospect of enlisting in the military. As he grapples with the emotional weight of leaving home and his family's reactions, particularly his mother's, he reflects on their bond and her unique ability to uplift him. From a humorous yet heartfelt interaction with his friends to the poignant farewell with his mother, Jack navigates the complexities of his emotions. His mother, whom he affectionately calls his "whistling mother" for her cheerful demeanor and ability to lighten tense moments with her whistling, embodies the strength and support that Jack needs as he faces the realities of war. Ultimately, the novel emphasizes the silent sacrifices that mothers make and the strength they instill in their children. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- United States
653			_aMothers and sons
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6845
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