Moor Fires by E. H. Young
"Moor Fires" by E. H. Young is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Helen Caniper, a young woman navigating the complexities of her family dynamics and personal growth on the moors of her home. As she encounters people from her past and reflects on her youthful experiences, the narrative explores themes of love, fear, and the yearning for connection amidst the stark backdrop of the
moors. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Helen as she walks home with a basket and reminisces about her childhood. She encounters Dr. Zebedee Mackenzie, hinting at a deeper connection and shared history between them. Their conversation touches on past memories, the anticipation of a visitor—her uncle Alfred—and Helen's internal struggle with the prospect of change in her life. The moors themselves serve as a character, embodying her fears and desires for something beyond her current existence. The chapter sets the stage for Helen's journey of self-discovery, highlighting her relationships with her family and the mysterious allure of the moor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Young, E. H. (Emily Hilda), 1880-1949 |
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| Title | Moor Fires |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23990 |
| Release Date | Dec 24, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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