Peter's Mother by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture
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"Peter's Mother" by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. It delves into the complexities of family dynamics, particularly focusing on Lady Mary, the mother of the titular Peter, and the societal expectations that shape their lives. The story is set against the backdrop of the Boer War, highlighting themes of duty, maternal love, and the struggle between personal desires and familial obligations. At
the start of the novel, we are introduced to Barracombe House and its owner, Sir Timothy Crewys, who is preparing for a medical operation that could change the course of his life. The narrative reveals the close-knit dynamics of the Crewys family, including Lady Mary, who is anxious about her son Peter's intention to join the military against his father's wishes. The opening chapters establish a tension-filled environment as Peter's decision looms, and it captures Lady Mary's maternal instincts and fears. Simultaneously, the impending operation for Sir Timothy serves as a metaphor for the uncertainty that weighs heavily on the family's future, suggesting that individual desires may collide with responsibilities, ultimately setting the stage for the exploration of deeper themes in the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | De La Pasture, Henry, Mrs., 1866-1945 |
|---|---|
| Title | Peter's Mother |
| Credits | Produced by Kevin Handy, Dave Maddock, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Widows -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mothers and sons -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Upper class -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 -- Veterans -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10452 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10452-2 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 728 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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