Tom Pinder, Foundling: A Story of the Holmfirth Flood by D. F. E. Sykes
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"Tom Pinder, Foundling: A Story of the Holmfirth Flood" by D. F. E. Sykes is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the life of Tom Pinder, a foundling, exploring the themes of Victorian values and the impact of the Holmfirth flood, set against the backdrop of West Yorkshire. The author portrays the struggles of common people during this time, providing insight into their lives
and relationships. The opening of the story introduces the reader to the setting of the Hanging Gate, a public house in a small hamlet named Wakey, amidst a harsh winter night in the early 19th century. It vividly depicts the ambience of the inn and its patrons, including Mrs. Betty Schofield, the landlady; Molly, the local midwife; and Mr. William Black, the schoolmaster. Their conversations reflect the values and issues of the period, particularly concerning the local cooperative movement and communal life. The tranquility of the evening is disrupted when Aleck, a shepherd, discovers a snow-covered woman outside, leading to the revelation of an infant found with her, setting the stage for Tom's journey and the unfolding narrative of his identity and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sykes, D. F. E., 1856-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tom Pinder, Foundling: A Story of the Holmfirth Flood |
| Credits | Produced by John Parkinson |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Yorkshire (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Foundlings -- Fiction |
| Subject | Floods -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54121 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2017 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 400 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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