| Author |
Grayson, David, 1870-1946 |
| Title |
The Friendly Road: New Adventures in Contentment
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Aaron Cannon, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Friendly Road: New Adventures in Contentment" by David Grayson is a reflective non-fiction narrative written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's quest for personal freedom and deeper connections with the world around him, as he sets off on a series of walks away from his life as a farmer. Through his explorations, Grayson seeks to rediscover the joys of simple living, friendship, and the beauty of nature, drawing readers into his contemplative journey. The opening of the narrative describes Grayson’s departure from his farm, marked by a strong sense of exhilaration and a desire for adventure. He reflects on the pull of his responsibilities, highlighting the weight of obligation he feels toward his animals and land. As he travels on foot, reminiscing about the freedom and happiness of his younger days, he encounters various rural landscapes and the people who inhabit them. Grayson’s joyful observations reveal his deep appreciation for the simple pleasures of life—like the beauty of spring and the warmth of human companionship—as he articulates a powerful yearning for connection and the essence of true contentment in the world. (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 |
Authors, American -- 20th century -- Biography
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| Subject |
Grayson, David, 1870-1946 -- Travel
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| Subject |
Country life -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2479 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
136 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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