Nearly Lost but Dearly Won by Theodore P. Wilson
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"Nearly Lost but Dearly Won" by Theodore P. Wilson is a Victorian novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Mr. Esau Tankardew, an eccentric landlord known more for his shabby dwelling than his wealth and education. As the narrative unfolds, themes of social reform, particularly concerning alcohol and its effects on society, are explored through the interactions between Tankardew and various other characters, including
tenants Rothwell and Franklin, as well as their children. At the start of the book, we meet Mr. Tankardew, described as dilapidated and eccentric yet possessing an underlying gentility. The opening sets the stage for the novel’s exploration of his character and the moral dilemmas of those around him, particularly the young Rothwell and Franklin families. The chapter introduces the social dynamics in the small town of Hopeworth, especially as the characters are drawn into Tankardew's orbit, highlighting the contrast between frivolous social gatherings and the serious repercussions of alcohol abuse. The narrative foreshadows Tankardew's role as a moral compass amidst the increasing self-indulgence of his contemporaries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wilson, Theodore P. |
|---|---|
| Title | Nearly Lost but Dearly Won |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Temperance -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21135 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21135-0 |
| Release Date | Apr 18, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 501 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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