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_aAllen, James Lane, _d1849-1925 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA Kentucky Cardinal: A Story |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Kentucky_Cardinal | ||
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-03-01 | ||
| 508 | _aThis eBook produced by Jared Fuller | ||
| 520 | _a"A Kentucky Cardinal" by James Lane Allen is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book is set in Kentucky and revolves around the introspective protagonist, Adam Moss, who navigates his complex relationship with nature, his neighbors, and the joys and sorrows of life. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the changing seasons, centering particularly around the vivid imagery of the titular cardinal, reflecting themes of beauty, isolation, and the delicate balance between man and nature. At the start of the story, the setting is established on a cold New Year's Day in 1850, introducing the protagonist as he contemplates his solitude and connection to the natural world around him. The opening sections highlight Adam's observations of the birds in his environment, his musings on his relationships with his neighbors—especially the widow Mrs. Walters and the recently deceased Jacob Mariner—and a budding interest in the Cobb family, who are set to become his new neighbors. Adam’s character is depicted as reflective and somewhat melancholic, peppered with humorous interactions with others, especially his imaginative thoughts about the creatures in his surroundings and his desire for a more profound connection with those around him, including Georgiana Cobb, the eldest daughter of the new neighbors. The beginning sets the stage for a rich exploration of themes like love, nature, and the complexities of social interaction in a small town. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aKentucky -- Fiction | ||
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