Pelican Pool: A Novel by Sydney Loch
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"Pelican Pool: A Novel" by Sydney Loch is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in the rugged landscape of Australia and centers around a mining camp called Surprise Valley, highlighting the lives and dynamics of its inhabitants. The story introduces us to various characters navigating their relationships and aspirations against the backdrop of a harsh but beautiful wilderness. At the start of the novel, the
scene is set with rich descriptions of the Australian landscape, transitioning to the introduction of Surprise Valley and its residents. The first chapter includes detailed accounts of the journey taken by a traveler heading to the mining camp, illustrating the isolation and challenges faced by those who dwell there. Among the characters introduced is Maud Neville, a spirited woman caught between her father’s expectations and her feelings for James Power. The early exchanges between Power and Maud, as well as hints of romantic tension, set the stage for the intricacies of their relationship amidst the gritty realities of camp life and the promise of dreams tied to the mysterious allure of Pelican Pool. This opening engages the reader with vivid imagery and an emotional undercurrent that suggests themes of love, ambition, and the struggles of frontier life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loch, Sydney, 1889-1954 |
|---|---|
| Title | Pelican Pool: A Novel |
| Credits | Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Australia -- Fiction |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63238 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 380 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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