Shanty the Blacksmith; a Tale of Other Times by Mary Martha Sherwood

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Author Sherwood, Mary Martha, 1775-1851
Title Shanty the Blacksmith; a Tale of Other Times
Note Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Shanty the Blacksmith; a Tale of Other Times" by Mary Martha Sherwood is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. Set in a time before the spirit of revolution altered societal manners, the story unfolds in a wild border region between England and Scotland. Central to the narrative is Mr. Dymock, a young laird struggling with his family's decline, who turns to blacksmith Shanty for help in creating an innovative plough, while also navigating the complexities of his domestic life and relationships. The opening of the novel introduces the rundown Dymock's Tower and its eccentric inhabitants, particularly Mr. Dymock and his housekeeper, Mrs. Margaret. Mr. Dymock's aspirations as an inventor are contrasted with the old blacksmith's traditional skills and wisdom. As he attempts to encourage innovation through Shanty's forge, he inadvertently brings changes to the household dynamic, particularly upon the arrival of a mysterious young stranger and a beggar woman with children. The chapter culminates in an intriguing mix of domestic challenges and hints at deeper mysteries surrounding Tamar, a foundling child, thus foreshadowing future developments in the narrative regarding identity and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Wealth -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Abduction -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Blacksmiths -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Romanies -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Jews -- England -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 12315
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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