Tragic Romances by William Sharp
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| Author | Sharp, William, 1855-1905 |
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| Title |
Tragic Romances Re-issue of the Shorter Stories of Fiona Macleod; Rearranged, with Additional Tales |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Morag of the Glen -- The Dàn-nan-Ròn -- The sin-eater -- The ninth wave -- The judgment o' God -- Green branches -- The archer. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Tragic Romances" by William Sharp is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book delves into themes of love, sorrow, and the complexities of human relationships within a Celtic backdrop, often exploring the impact of destiny on the characters' lives. The narratives are imbued with a sense of haunting beauty, drawing readers into the emotional depths and moral dilemmas faced by the characters. The opening portion of this work introduces us to "Morag of the Glen," where we meet Archibald Campbell, his wife Elspeth, and their daughters, including the beloved Morag. The narrative sets a dark tone as news of tragedy looms over the family, particularly regarding the elder daughter, Muireall, who faces a dire fate tied to love and betrayal. The atmosphere is thick with sorrow and rain-soaked melancholy, as Morag reflects on her family’s struggles in their isolated home among the hills. The stage is set for a tale rich in emotion and conflict, with Morag caught between familial loyalty and her own feelings for the man who has wrought tragedy upon their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Scotland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53839 |
| Release Date | Dec 30, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 151 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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