The Vision Splendid by William MacLeod Raine
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"The Vision Splendid" by William MacLeod Raine is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Jeff Farnum, a dreamer and rebel who grapples with his identity and social status while longing for freedom and adventure outside the constraints of his life. As he interacts with various characters throughout the narrative, themes of individuality, social justice, and personal growth begin to emerge. The
opening of the novel introduces us to Jeff Farnum, a boy confined in school while the outside world beckons with the joys of nature. His thoughts often drift to the river and the freedom it represents. After playing hooky, he faces humiliation from classmates but ultimately stands his ground during a fight with a bully named Ned Merrill. A chance encounter with Captain Lucius Chunn, a former soldier who was acquainted with Jeff's father, serves as a pivotal moment that elevates Jeff's spirits and connects him to his father's legacy. As Jeff navigates his childhood challenges, he begins to formulate his ideals and beliefs in a world marked by social disparities and injustice, setting the stage for his character's journey of self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Raine, William MacLeod, 1871-1954 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Vision Splendid |
| Credits | Produced by Mary Starr, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1846 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 519 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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