A Man in the Open by Roger Pocock
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"A Man in the Open" by Roger Pocock is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book appears to explore themes of survival, personal struggle, and the complexities of family life set against the backdrop of the rugged Labrador landscape. The main character is Jesse Smith, who reflects on his childhood and the harsh realities of life in the region as he navigates his relationships with family members, particularly his
parents. The opening of the story is centered around Jesse Smith as he recounts memories of his early life in Labrador, focusing on his father’s hard existence as a skilled hunter and the family's challenges. Through Jesse's perspective, readers are introduced to his mother, a woman from a more genteel background whose expectations clash with the harsh realities of life in the wilderness. The narrative captures the emotional weight of loss and familial relationships, as well as Jesse's complex feelings towards his parents, especially regarding his father's untimely death and how it impacted the family dynamics. A sense of nostalgia and a deep appreciation for the untamed wilderness permeate this beginning, setting the stage for Jesse’s forthcoming challenges and adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pocock, Roger, 1865-1941 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bracker, M. Leone, 1885-1937 |
| Title | A Man in the Open |
| Credits |
Produced by D Alexander, Janet Keller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33423 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-33423-3 |
| Release Date | Aug 13, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 482 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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