Domesday Book by Edgar Lee Masters
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"Domesday Book" by Edgar Lee Masters is a narrative poetry collection that appears to have been written in the early 20th century. The work seems to center around the life, death, and legacy of Elenor Murray, exploring the interconnectedness of human lives, particularly how one individual's fate can ripple through the lives of others, revealing an intricate tapestry of relationships and consequences. The opening of the narrative introduces Elenor Murray, whose tragic
death sets off a chain of reflections about her life and the lives she touched. It begins by discussing the profound impact every life has on others, suggesting that the circles of influence are far-reaching and complex. As the story progresses, we learn about Elenor's early life, her aspirations, and the significant moments leading to her demise. The exploration is layered with the perspectives of various characters, like Coroner Merival and Elenor’s father, who provide insight into her character, family dynamics, and the societal pressures that shaped her life. The narrative foretells that the inquiry into her death will not only reveal the circumstances surrounding it but also offer a poignant commentary on broader human experiences and struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Masters, Edgar Lee, 1868-1950 |
|---|---|
| Title | Domesday Book |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction |
| Subject | Narrative poetry, American |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35991 |
| Release Date | Apr 29, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 471 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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