The Old Blood by Frederick Palmer
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"The Old Blood" by Frederick Palmer is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Philip (Phil) Sanford, a young man returning to his hometown in New England after a successful stint in the Southwest. As the narrative unfolds, it introduces themes of identity, connections to ancestry, and the impending shadow of war, all of which influence Phil's journey and the characters he interacts with, including his family
and distant cousins. At the start of the book, we follow Phil as he arrives back in Longfield, Massachusetts, filled with nostalgia and warmth for his roots. He is greeted by familiar faces, including the station agent Bill Hurley, who reflects on the changes in the town. Phil's reunion with his parents is tender, immediately showcasing the deep familial bonds and the emotional weight of his return. We also glimpse his upcoming trip to Europe, and the interactions with his parents reveal their pride and expectations for him. The introduction of Henriette and Helen Ribot, distant cousins living in France, sets the stage for future encounters that promise intrigue and complexity, especially given Phil's inner conflicts and the impending threat of World War I. The opening establishes a rich tapestry of relationships and societal expectations that will likely evolve as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Palmer, Frederick, 1873-1958 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Old Blood |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36329 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36329-5 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 436 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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