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That Fortune

That Fortune

Warner, Charles Dudley

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Literary Fiction

Publisher Price: $18.99

ISBN10: 9369072543
ISBN13: 9789369072545
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Dec 1 2024
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.55
Height: 0.48 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
That Fortune by Charles Dudley Warner follows the life of a young boy, Philip Burnett, as he grows up in a rural setting. The novel explores themes of youthful dreams, imagination, and the transition from childhood innocence to the complexities of the adult world. At the outset, Philip is a twelve-year-old boy, filled with curiosity and a longing for adventure. His idyllic life is marked by explorations of nature and contemplation of the historical events that shaped his family's past, such as the Revolutionary War. As Philip navigates these early years, he is influenced by his relationships with family members, including his cousin and his uncle, alongside other children who impact his social development. The story reflects Philip's yearning for recognition and his ambitious imagination as he contemplates the future. Through the descriptions of his countryside environment and his inner thoughts, the reader gains insight into the boy's dreams, his connection to history, and his evolving understanding of the world around him. This coming-of-age tale invites readers to reflect on the innocence of childhood and the deeper currents of desire, recognition, and the passage of time.

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