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100 1 _aLever, Charles,
_d1806-1872
245 1 0 _aTom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-06
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Tom Burke Of 'Ours', Volume I" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book is set against the backdrop of military life during the Napoleonic Wars in France and revolves around themes of family, loss, and personal struggle. The main character, Tom Burke, is a young boy navigating a tumultuous period in his life as he deals with the impending death of a parent while reflecting on the dynamics of his family, particularly in contrast to his favored older brother. The opening of "Tom Burke Of 'Ours'" introduces us to the protagonist Tom as he travels to his father's house after receiving a summons. The atmosphere is bleak, with descriptions of cold weather and an unwelcoming home awaiting Tom, who experiences feelings of neglect and isolation from his family. As he arrives, he learns about his father's critical condition and the somber reality of his family ties. Tom’s emotional turmoil is palpable as he reflects on his relationships, particularly the favoritism toward his brother and the absence of affection from his father. The narrative sets the stage for Tom's journey of self-discovery and resilience amidst adversity as he confronts his family's legacy and his own aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- History -- 1789-1900 -- Fiction
700 1 _aBrowne, Hablot Knight,
_d1815-1882
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31901
999 _c72747
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