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100 1 _aOxenham, John,
_d1852-1941
245 1 0 _aPearl of Pearl Island
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-03-04
508 _aProduced by Steven Gibbs and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
520 _a"Pearl of Pearl Island" by John Oxenham is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around John Graeme, a young writer navigating his feelings for Margaret Brandt, an heiress under the guardianship of the highly respected but overbearing Mr. Jeremiah Pixley. The narrative unfolds as Graeme seeks solace and inspiration in love amidst the complications introduced by Margaret's familial ties and her uncle's plans for her future. The opening of the novel introduces us to Graeme and Lady Elspeth, who discusses the young man's affections for Margaret. We see his longing for her brought to life through witty banter and tender interactions, revealing his insecurities and ambitions as a writer. Amidst their conversations, we learn about Margaret’s status as an heiress and the obstacles that the character of Mr. Pixley presents. As the story progresses, the complexities of their relationship are underscored by Graeme's determination to secure a future with Margaret, despite the looming influence of her family and societal expectations. The lively characters and emotional depth set the stage for a captivating exploration of love, ambition, and the quest for belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSark (Channel Islands) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15259
999 _c56647
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