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100	1		_aBarrie, J. M. _q(James Matthew), _d1860-1937
245	1	0	_aBetter Dead
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-03-13
508			_aProduced by Al Haines
520			_a"Better Dead" by J. M. Barrie is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Andrew Riach, a young Scotchman who moves to London with aspirations of becoming a private secretary and a writer. The narrative touches upon themes of love, ambition, existential dread, and the absurdities of societal expectations, particularly as Riach grapples with his feelings for Clarrie and his place in the bustling city. The beginning of "Better Dead" introduces Andrew Riach on the cusp of a significant transition, having just left his home in a small Scottish village for the vastness of London. His internal conflict about his relationship with Clarrie, coupled with his uncertainty about love and ambition, sets the stage for the novel. Through interactions with the minister and reflections on his past, Andrew reveals his complex character—an idealistic yet troubled man. As he navigates rejection in his job search and contemplates deeper societal issues, the opening establishes the foundation for his journey, hinting at future encounters that will challenge his values and aspirations in the big city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aYoung men -- Fiction
653			_aCourtship -- Fiction
653			_aGreat Britain -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20807
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