In Pawn by Ellis Parker Butler
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"In Pawn" by Ellis Parker Butler is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Harvey Redding, a lazy junk dealer, and his son Lemuel, who bears a striking resemblance to their deceased mother. Harvey's lax approach to life is further complicated by his financial failings, dysfunctional familial relationships, and aspirations to become a saint. The narrative explores themes of paternal responsibility, the complexities of adulthood, and the
often misguided pursuit of personal aspirations. The opening of the novel introduces us to the characters of Harvey and Lemuel Redding. Harvey is characterized by his extreme laziness and gluttony, preferring to meditate in comfort rather than engage in hard labor. Lem, on the other hand, is portrayed as a diligent boy who assists his father while also yearning for a normal childhood. When an unfortunate event leads to Lem being involved in a petty theft with local children, it creates tension between him and his father, as well as with their aunt Susan, who invokes strict consequences. This familial dynamic sets the stage for comedic developments and moral dilemmas that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Butler, Ellis Parker, 1869-1937 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Lambdin, Robert Lynn, 1886-1981 |
| Title | In Pawn |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mississippi River Valley -- Fiction |
| Subject | Iowa -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44149 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-44149-8 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 238 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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