The Torch Bearer by Reina Melcher Marquis
"The Torch Bearer" by Reina Melcher Marquis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Peter Burnett, a young schoolmaster, and his interactions with the charming but peculiar Sheila, an orphan girl he teaches at a girls’ seminary run by Mrs. Caldwell. The book explores themes of growth, mentorship, and artistic aspiration in the delicate framework of Southern society in Shadyville, Kentucky. The opening of the narrative
introduces Peter Burnett as he enjoys the freedom of a weekend away from teaching, offering a glimpse into his character—intelligent yet somewhat indifferent to societal expectations. As he strolls through Shadyville, Peter encounters Mrs. Caldwell, who brings his attention to Sheila, her beloved granddaughter. Their conversation reveals Sheila's extraordinary intellect and imaginative nature, reminiscent of a budding poet, which Mrs. Caldwell is worried may isolate her from the world. The chapter deftly establishes Peter’s role as a mentor to Sheila, hinting at his own internal struggles and desires for a more engaging life, setting the stage for the relationships and conflicts that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marquis, Reina Melcher, 1881- |
|---|---|
| Title | The Torch Bearer |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women authors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mothers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32394 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 103 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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