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100	1		_aChaplin, Heman White, _d1847-1924
245	1	0	_aIn Madeira Place : _b1887
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 2007-10-12
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"In Madeira Place" by Heman White Chaplin is a fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the lives of immigrant families living in Madeira Place, a seemingly secluded alley that contrasts sharply with the bustling docks nearby. It delves into themes of community, identity, and the pursuit of the American Dream through the eyes of characters from different backgrounds, especially exploring the struggles and triumphs of French immigrant communities. The narrative revolves around Sorel, a French immigrant, and his interactions with various characters, including Fidèle, an old soldier who sells balloons and has just been appointed to a position in the custom-house. Initially celebrated for this honor, Fidèle's situation turns tragic when he is suddenly dismissed from his job without clear reason, revealing the darker side of the American political system and the influence of "bosses" in government employment. As Sorel grapples with the irony and disillusionment affecting his community, the book paints a vivid picture of immigrant life, the bonds of camaraderie, and the social realities of their existence, culminating in a poignant reflection on identity and belonging in a new homeland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aShort stories
653			_aNew England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23004
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