My Neighbors: Stories of the Welsh People by Caradoc Evans
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"My Neighbors: Stories of the Welsh People" by Caradoc Evans is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives, beliefs, and social dynamics of Welsh people, focusing on their religious convictions, community relationships, and personal conflicts. The opening sets a vivid stage for the complexities of Welsh life, emphasizing a sense of irony and critique of both personal and societal values. The beginning of
the collection introduces a rich tapestry of Welsh culture and its religious underpinnings, noting the preacher's significant influence over his congregation. Through various characters' voices, we see a depiction of Wales as an amalgam of piety and human frailty, especially as relationships between neighbors are examined. Personal stories unfold that explore themes of family, betrayal, wealth, love, and faith, hinting at the deep-seated tensions within the community. As we meet characters like Adam Powell and his daughters, the seeds of drama are sown, revealing the struggles for love and loyalty amidst familial obligations and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Evans, Caradoc, 1878-1945 |
|---|---|
| Title | My Neighbors: Stories of the Welsh People |
| Contents | The two apostles -- According to the pattern -- Earthbred -- For better -- Love and hate -- Treasure and trouble -- Saint David and the prophets -- Joseph's house -- Like brothers -- A widow woman -- Unanswered prayers -- Lost treasure -- Profit and glory. |
| Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 92.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Wales -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16823 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 370 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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