The Moon out of Reach by Margaret Pedler
"The Moon out of Reach" by Margaret Pedler is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of desire, ambition, and the intricate dynamics of relationships. The story primarily revolves around Nan Davenant, a young and talented musician grappling with her aspirations and personal conflicts, particularly in relation to the men in her life, including her complicated feelings for the artist Maryon Rooke and her growing acquaintance with
the empathetic Peter Mallory. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Nan and her close friend Penelope as they navigate life after World War I. Nan expresses dissatisfaction with her life and struggles to adjust to post-war normalcy, yearning for excitement and fulfillment. Their dialogue reveals Nan's introspective nature and her sense of being adrift, compounded by her complicated relationship with Rooke, who has left her without clarity about their future. As she prepares to leave for a concert in Exeter, her unforeseen taxi troubles introduce her to Mallory, who emerges as a potential source of support and understanding. The opening lays the groundwork for a story rich in emotional depth and explores how past experiences shape perceptions of love and self-worth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pedler, Margaret, -1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Moon out of Reach |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16497 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 387 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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