The Purple Land by W. H. Hudson

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Author Hudson, W. H. (William Henry), 1841-1922
Title The Purple Land
Being the Narrative of One Richard Lamb's Adventures in The Banda Orientál, in South America, as Told By Himself
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Summary "The Purple Land" by W. H. Hudson is a novel written in the late 19th century. It follows the story of Richard Lamb, exploring his adventures in the Banda Oriental of South America, as he reflects on love, loss, and the yearning for freedom. The narrative is steeped in personal emotion intertwined with the broader themes of colonial life and cultural conflict. The opening of the novel introduces Richard Lamb as he contemplates his life experiences, particularly focusing on three significant periods. He recalls his tumultuous courtship and subsequent marriage, the profound suffering experienced due to societal and familial constraints, and his consequential flight to the Banda Oriental, a place he initially loved. With poignant memories of a lost love and the oppressive nature of his earlier life, Richard finds himself in Montevideo with his new wife, Paquíta, as they navigate their early days of freedom, confronting both personal turmoil and the challenges of their new environment. The narrative sets a reflective tone, inviting readers to engage with themes of nostalgia and the quest for identity against the backdrop of a culturally rich but politically tumultuous society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Adventure stories
Subject British -- Uruguay -- Fiction
Subject Uruguay -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 7132
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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