| Author |
Hudson, W. H. (William Henry), 1841-1922 |
| Title |
Dead Man's Plack and an Old Thorn
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Dead Man's Plack and an Old Thorn" by W. H. Hudson is a narrative work written in the early 20th century. This text intertwines themes of history and nature, focusing on the events surrounding King Edgar and his friend Athelwold, set against the backdrop of the English countryside and its rich folklore. The book explores complex characters navigating their emotions, loyalties, and the consequences of their desires. The opening of "Dead Man's Plack and an Old Thorn" introduces a reflective protagonist who recounts his fascination with the insect life in Harewood Forest, while also being haunted by the historical tragedy involving King Edgar and Earl Athelwold. As the protagonist shares the story of King Edgar, he contrasts personal observations of nature with historical events, delving into themes of memory, tradition, and human folly. The narrative begins to unfold the relationship between King Edgar and the Earl as Edgar's desire for a beautiful woman complicates their friendship, foreshadowing tension and conflict that intertwine personal and political stakes. This blend of personal narrative and historical retelling sets the stage for a deeper exploration of characters and their motivations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Ælfthryth, queen consort of Edgar, 945?-1000
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19691 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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