"Surly Tim": A Lancashire Story by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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"Surly Tim": A Lancashire Story by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a poignant narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This tale takes the form of a novella, exploring themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotion set against the backdrop of a working-class Lancashire community. The story centers on the life of Tim Hibblethwaite, colloquially known as "Surly Tim," and delves into his misunderstood nature, revealing the tragic history
that shapes his seemingly gruff exterior. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Mester Doncaster, who has recently taken charge of a spinning factory. He encounters Tim, initially perceived as surly due to his reserved demeanor and social disconnect. As the story progresses, we learn of Tim's deep sorrow stemming from the loss of his wife, Rosanna, and their son, Wattie. Tim's life is marked by a heart-wrenching past, where he deals with the complexities of love, loss, and the harshness of societal judgments. Their reunion is tainted by tragedy, revealing the cruel vagaries of fate and the inexorable passage of time. The story culminates in a tragic yet transcendent conclusion, as Tim moves beyond his earthly suffering into a moment of heartfelt reunion with his lost family, shedding light on the profound connections that endure even in death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | "Surly Tim": A Lancashire Story |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Manners and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23324 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23324-6 |
| Release Date | Nov 4, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 518 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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