The Man Who Lived in a Shoe by Henry James Forman

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Creator Forman, Henry James, 1879-1966
Title The Man Who Lived in a Shoe
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "The Man Who Lived in a Shoe" by Henry James Forman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Randolph Byrd, a book-loving bachelor who is unexpectedly thrust into the role of guardian for his late sister's three children. The narrative explores themes of domesticity, personal ambition, and the struggle between societal expectations and personal desires as Byrd grapples with the responsibilities of fatherhood in the wake of familial tragedy. At the start of the book, Byrd finds himself in a state of emotional turmoil following his sister Laura's untimely death. As preparations for his marriage to Gertrude Bayard loom closer, he is faced with the harrowing task of caring for Laura's children, which brings a newfound seriousness to his otherwise carefree life as a bibliophile. The opening chapters depict the juxtaposition between Byrd's desire for independence and the sudden intrusion of domestic responsibilities, setting the stage for his inner conflict and the challenges he must confront in a world that now demands much more from him than he ever anticipated. The narrative establishes a sense of urgency as he attempts to navigate his new reality while contemplating the implications of his decisions on his upcoming marriage and his future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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