| Author |
Kelland, Clarence Budington, 1881-1964 |
| Title |
Scattergood Baines
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Cori Samuel and PG Distributed
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| Summary |
"Scattergood Baines" by Clarence Budington Kelland is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces the character Scattergood Baines, who is portrayed as a large and affable man embarking on a journey into the Coldriver Valley with aspirations to make a significant life for himself. He arrives with minimal resources but a wealth of ambition, demonstrating a strategy of both determination and cleverness as he considers how to integrate himself into the community and its economy. The beginning of the story establishes Scattergood's entrance into Coldriver, where he immediately captivates the attention of the townsfolk with his size, demeanor, and refreshing outlook on business. Upon his arrival, he expresses a keen interest in the needs of the community and the potential for growth, revealing his plans to contribute positively while securing his own financial footing. He negotiates for a store, indicating his intention to stay and make a mark on the valley. As he engages with the locals, it becomes clear that Scattergood is not just a newcomer; he is an invader with a vision for transforming Coldriver through commerce and innovation, setting the stage for his upcoming endeavors and the relationships he will build. (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 |
New England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Baines, Scattergood (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13307 |
| Release Date |
Aug 27, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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