The Bright Messenger by Algernon Blackwood
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| Author | Blackwood, Algernon, 1869-1951 |
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| Title | The Bright Messenger |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Bright Messenger" by Algernon Blackwood is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Edward Fillery, a detached yet deeply sympathetic psychologist and doctor, who grapples with his identity shaped by his unconventional birth and upbringing. The book explores themes of human nature, consciousness, and the search for deeper understanding, particularly as it relates to a mysterious young man named LeVallon, who embodies both extraordinary abilities and a primordial connection to nature. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Edward Fillery, who reflects on his unique perspective on life stemming from the complex circumstances of his birth. The opening chapters delve into his upbringing, his father's passion for a foreign woman, and the psychological burdens that shaped him into a compassionate observer of humanity. As Fillery embarks on a journey to discover the potential of human consciousness, he receives a letter about LeVallon, a young man with unusual traits and a deep spiritual connection to nature. This letter hints at LeVallon being a unique case filled with potential for insight into the reality beyond ordinary human existence. The initial dynamics between Fillery, LeVallon, and the influences of their respective pasts set the stage for a deeper exploration of what it means to be human. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Subject | Paranormal fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43594 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 84 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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