Holden with the Cords by W. M. L. Jay
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| Author | Jay, W. M. L., 1833-1909 |
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| Title | Holden with the Cords |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Holden with the Cords" by W. M. L. Jay is a religious novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of morality, social responsibility, and personal struggles, weaving a narrative that connects its characters' lives to deeper spiritual questions. The story seems to intersect the lives of several protagonists, including the medical student Frank Trubie, the troubled Alec Arling, and the enigmatic Edmund Roath. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a vivid setting—a medical college characterized by student life and the pressures of imminent examinations. The narrative centers around Frank Trubie's concern for his friend Alec Arling, who has mysteriously gone missing during a time when he was advised to rest due to illness. After failing to locate Alex, a dramatic turn occurs when Arling is discovered dead in his locked room, leading to a chilling atmosphere of suspicion and accusations. Amid the unfolding tragedy, the relationships, ambitions, and moral dilemmas faced by the characters come to the forefront, hinting at a gripping exploration of both personal and universal conflicts throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christian fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56980 |
| Release Date | Apr 15, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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