A Fool in Spots by Hallie Erminie Rives
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"A Fool in Spots" by Hallie Erminie Rives is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Robert Milburn, an artist navigating the complexities of love and societal expectations as he grapples with his feelings for the captivating Cherokee Bell while dealing with the cynicism of his friend Willard Frost. The novel explores themes of passion, aspiration, and the emotional struggles involved in romantic entanglements within a
socially intricate world. The opening of "A Fool in Spots" presents a rich dialogue between Robert Milburn and Willard Frost as they discuss love, ambition, and the societal pressures of marriage. Robert is portrayed as an impassioned artist, facing the harsh realities of his financial situation and his growing feelings for Cherokee. Meanwhile, Frost embodies a more pragmatic outlook on relationships, advocating for the combination of love and practicality in marriage. Through their conversation, the narrative hints at deeper romantic intrigues and personal conflicts, particularly revolving around Cherokee, whose beauty and innocence stir both admiration and desire among the men. This sets the stage for a story filled with emotional complexity, societal critique, and the quest for personal fulfillment amidst external expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Rives, Hallie Erminie, 1876-1956 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Fool in Spots |
| Credits | E-text prepared by D A Alexander, Martin Pettit, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65018 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-65018-0 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 510 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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