Swords Reluctant by Max Pemberton
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About this eBook
| Author | Pemberton, Max, 1863-1950 |
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| Title | Swords Reluctant |
| Note | Published in London under the title of "War and the Woman." |
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| Summary | "Swords Reluctant" by Max Pemberton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Gabrielle Silvester, the daughter of a Congregationalist minister, as she navigates the social and political complexities of her world following her return to England from America. With themes of peace, war, and the struggles of personal ambition, the narrative promises to delve into the political climate of the time through the interactions between Gabrielle, her father Gordon, and various significant figures such as the ambitious businessman John Faber. The opening portion of "Swords Reluctant" introduces us to Gabrielle, who has just returned from a transformative trip to America with her father, who was engaged in a peace initiative. As she reflects on her changed perceptions of life and society back in Hampstead, we see her grappling with newfound desires and ambitions, influenced by the exciting experiences she had aboard the ocean liner. The narrative quickly shifts to her father’s intriguing discussions about peace efforts and influential figures, particularly Faber, a millionaire characterized by his harsh pragmatism towards war and human nature. Gabrielle's internal struggle between her past and her burgeoning ambitions sets the stage for the broader conflicts concerning ideals of peace and the reality of human nature that will likely play out through the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42763 |
| Release Date | May 22, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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