The Return by Walter De la Mare
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About this eBook
| Author | De la Mare, Walter, 1873-1956 |
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| Title | The Return |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Eve Sobol and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Return" by Walter de la Mare is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Arthur Lawford, who, after suffering from illness, takes a solitary stroll through an old churchyard. During his contemplative wanderings, he becomes engulfed in a profound disturbance when he returns home feeling different—both physically and emotionally. This mysterious transformation sets the stage for an exploration of identity, the self, and the complexities of human relationships. At the start of the novel, Arthur Lawford finds himself in a tranquil churchyard, reflecting on life and death amidst old gravestones. Despite a lingering melancholy, the peaceful environment provokes deep introspection about his past and the nature of existence. However, after unexpectedly dozing off, he awakens to find that he has changed profoundly—his appearance is unrecognizable, leading to a panic about his identity. As he confronts his altered self and the reactions of those around him, particularly his wife Sheila, the narrative delves into themes of isolation, reality, and the struggle to maintain one's integrity amid unforeseen change. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Subject | Supernatural -- Fiction |
| Subject | Horror tales |
| Subject | Paranormal fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3075 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 19, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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