A Damaged Reputation by Harold Bindloss

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Author Bindloss, Harold, 1866-1945
Title A Damaged Reputation
Note Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "A Damaged Reputation" by Harold Bindloss is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the British Columbia wilderness, where the main character, rancher Brooke, finds himself at a crossroads in life, grappling with the consequences of his decisions and the impact of his past. He is faced with his dwindling prospects, loneliness, and the temptation of returning to a life of comfort and certain responsibilities, while he also struggles with lingering ideals and aspirations he had left behind. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Brooke as he reflects on his life alone in his shanty, accompanied by his comrade Jimmy. While they discuss the state of affairs, Brooke expresses his contemplation of leaving the ranch, which he had invested in but found to be a failure. His thoughts are soon interrupted by the arrival of a group of strangers, which leads to a chance meeting with a young woman named Barbara. This encounter causes Brooke to consider his life choices more deeply, awakening within him a desire for change and a rejection of the complacency he had settled into since abandoning his previous life in England. The narrative sets the stage for an exploration of identity, ambition, and the quest for belonging amidst the harsh realities of frontier life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Love stories
Subject British -- Canada -- Fiction
Subject Ranchers -- Canada, Western -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 37761
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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