| Author |
Holmes, Mary Jane, 1825-1907 |
| Title |
Tempest and Sunshine
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Tempest and Sunshine" by Mary Jane Holmes is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in Kentucky, the story begins with the arrival of a young man named Richard Wilmot who has come from New York in search of a teaching position. The narrative introduces various characters, including the Middleton family, particularly the contrasting sisters Julia and Fanny, whose dynamic personalities promise to create an engaging emotional landscape. The opening of the book establishes Wilmot’s arrival in a small Kentucky town and introduces the local social fabric, characterized by the curiosity and hospitality of its residents. As Wilmot encounters the quirky and hospitable Middleton family, the reader gets a glimpse of the sisters' distinct personalities—Julia, deemed "Tempest," and Fanny, referred to as "Sunshine." The initial chapters set up a blend of cultural differences, rustic charm, and familial bonds, hinting at romantic entanglements and social challenges that may arise, particularly as Wilmot grows intrigued by the spirited yet complex Julia and her charming sister. This foundation creates an atmosphere rife with potential conflict and development as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17260 |
| Release Date |
Dec 12, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 16, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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