The Orchard of Tears by Sax Rohmer
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"The Orchard of Tears" by Sax Rohmer is a novel written in the early 20th century. Setting the stage for a story steeped in intrigue and character development, it introduces Paul Mario, a gifted writer struggling to find his place in a world marred by war and personal doubt. The narrative hints at themes of artistic responsibility, societal reflection, and the complex nature of human emotions, particularly through the relationships Mario cultivates
with his friend Donald and the enigmatic Flamby Duveen. At the start of the book, Paul Mario is introduced in a picturesque summer setting, enjoying solitude at Hatton Towers, a legacy from his late uncle. As he grapples with feelings of inadequacy in light of the ongoing war, he is visited by Captain Donald Courtier, rekindling their friendship and deeper discussions about art's role in a fractured world. Their conversation reveals Mario’s acute awareness of his potential impact as a writer amidst destruction, while the introduction of Flamby Duveen—a spirited, wild-haired girl with a talent for painting—adds another layer of complexity to Mario's emotional landscape. The exchange between the characters hints at their intertwined fates and sets the groundwork for a story rich in conflict, artistic quest, and deep introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rohmer, Sax, 1883-1959 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Orchard of Tears |
| Credits |
Produced by David Clarke, Verity White and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27461 |
| Release Date | Dec 9, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 5770 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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