The Emblems of Fidelity: A Comedy in Letters by James Lane Allen
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"The Emblems of Fidelity: A Comedy in Letters" by James Lane Allen is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the correspondence between two novelists, Edward Blackthorne, an established English writer, and Beverley Sands, a rising American author. The narrative unfolds as Blackthorne requests Kentucky ferns from Sands, leading to a humorous and insightful exploration of friendship, artistic endeavor, and the complexities of cultural exchange. At
the start of the novel, the letters exchanged reveal a playful yet profound connection between the two writers. Blackthorne, while admiring Sands' latest work, expresses a desire for the ferns that embody the spirit of the American landscape. Beverley, enthusiastic and somewhat starstruck, sees this correspondence as a significant milestone in his career. The opening portion establishes richly drawn characters, setting the stage for their witty repartee and the ensuing complications that arise from misunderstandings and expectations, particularly surrounding the shipment of the ferns and the nuanced friendships that blossom between them. Through these letters, the author crafts a comedic yet poignant examination of fidelity—both to nature and in personal relationships—as the characters navigate their aspirations and loyalties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Emblems of Fidelity: A Comedy in Letters |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Subject | Manners and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60435 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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