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100 1 _aBarrett, Michael,
_d1848-1924
245 1 0 _aUp in Ardmuirland
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-01-04
505 0 _aPersonal -- Memories -- Archie -- Golden dreams -- "Dominie Dick" -- Bildy -- Smugglers -- Phenomena -- Spring's return -- A rustic pastor -- A sprig of shamrock -- Penny.
508 _aE-text prepared by Al Haines
520 _a"Up in Ardmuirland" by Rev. Michael Barrett, O.S.B. is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds around family connections, particularly the bond between twins Val and Ted, as they navigate their differing life paths amidst the backdrop of their Scottish upbringing and the pastoral community of Ardmuirland. Central to the story are themes of vocation, familial duty, and the simple yet profound lives of the local residents, highlighting the struggles and beauty of rural existence. The opening of the novel introduces the close-knit relationship between Ted and Val, who, despite life’s detours, remain bound by their twin connection. Ted reflects on their youth, the choices that led to their current lives, and the serene setting of Ardmuirland. As their story unfolds, we are introduced to the local characters that populate their lives, such as their nurse, Penny, and other townsfolk, each contributing to the vibrant tapestry of the community. The mix of nostalgia, familial duty, and the allure of the Scottish landscape sets the tone for a heartfelt exploration of life in Ardmuirland and the enduring significance of personal connections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories
653 _aVillages -- Fiction
653 _aScotland -- Fiction
653 _aCatholics -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17453
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