Better Dead by J. M. Barrie
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"Better Dead" by J. M. Barrie is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Andrew Riach, a young Scotchman who moves to London with aspirations of becoming a private secretary and a writer. The narrative touches upon themes of love, ambition, existential dread, and the absurdities of societal expectations, particularly as Riach grapples with his feelings for Clarrie and his place in the bustling city. The beginning
of "Better Dead" introduces Andrew Riach on the cusp of a significant transition, having just left his home in a small Scottish village for the vastness of London. His internal conflict about his relationship with Clarrie, coupled with his uncertainty about love and ambition, sets the stage for the novel. Through interactions with the minister and reflections on his past, Andrew reveals his complex character—an idealistic yet troubled man. As he navigates rejection in his job search and contemplates deeper societal issues, the opening establishes the foundation for his journey, hinting at future encounters that will challenge his values and aspirations in the big city. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barrie, J. M. (James Matthew), 1860-1937 |
|---|---|
| Title | Better Dead |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young men -- Fiction |
| Subject | Courtship -- Fiction |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20807 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-20807-7 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 710 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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