Malcolm by George MacDonald
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"Malcolm" by George MacDonald is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story is set in a small fishing village and unfolds around the central character, Malcolm, who navigates a world filled with unique personalities, such as Miss Horn and the Mad Laird, while dealing with themes of love, loss, and personal growth. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces readers to Miss Horn, who is preparing for
the funeral of her cousin Griselda Campbell. The conversations surrounding the death reveal the small-town dynamics, mingled with gossip and personal judgments, particularly as Miss Horn reacts to her visitor, Mrs. Mellis. The tone is sharply filled with both humor and sorrow, encapsulating the peculiarities of the characters. Shortly after, Barbara Catanach enters the scene, hinting at deeper intrigues and motivations woven throughout the community. Through this opening, the novel begins to paint a poignant picture of life in a close-knit village, rich with vibrant characters and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacDonald, George, 1824-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | Malcolm |
| Note | Sequel: The Marquis of Lossie. |
| Credits | Martin Robb; table of contents, smart quotes, italics, etc., added by Lisa Wadsworth |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Christian fiction |
| Subject | Fishers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7127 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Feb 9, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 659 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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