An Isle in the Water by Katharine Tynan
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| Author | Tynan, Katharine, 1861-1931 |
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| Title | An Isle in the Water |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The first wife -- The story of Father Anthony O'Toole -- The unlawful mother -- A rich woman -- How Mary came home -- Mauryeen -- A wrestling -- The sea's dead -- Katie -- The death spancel -- A solitary -- The man who was hanged -- A prodigal son -- Changing the nurseries -- The fields of my childhood. |
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| Summary | "An Isle in the Water" by Katharine Tynan is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, loss, and rivalry, set against the backdrop of a coastal Irish community. The initial chapter introduces a complex relationship dynamic involving a widower, his new wife, and the lingering memory of his deceased first wife, Alison, who still casts a shadow over their lives. The opening of the novel focuses on the struggle of the new wife, who has worked hard to erase memories of Alison from her husband's mind and their home. Despite her efforts, the loyal dog of Alison remains a reminder of her legacy, resisting the second wife's attempts to claim the household as entirely her own. As the atmosphere tense with supernatural elements and local lore, the dynamics within the family begin to shift, hinting at unresolved emotions and the boundaries between life and death. This captivating introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the characters' lives and the secrets that haunt them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ireland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, Irish |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31391 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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