Jack Carstairs of the power house : A tale of some very young men and a very…
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"Jack Carstairs of the Power House" by Sydney Sandys is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a young engineer named Jack Carstairs, who is working in an electric power station in Scotland. The narrative explores his ambitions and encounters, particularly focusing on a romantic relationship with a gipsy girl, delving into themes of love, aspirations, and the emerging industrial environment of the time. At the start
of the book, we are introduced to Jack as he admires the beauty of the Scottish landscape while working at the power house. He encounters a young gipsy girl scavenging for coal, which sparks a conversation that reveals their contrasting backgrounds. Their growing attraction is palpable as they share moments of connection, highlighting Jack's serious demeanor contrasted with the girl’s carefree spirit. As they spend time together, their conversations touch on broader themes, such as work, leisure, and their different life experiences. However, the initial romance is complicated by the presence of the girl's fiancé, setting the stage for a blend of ambition and personal conflict as Jack navigates his engineering career and burgeoning feelings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sandys, Sydney |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Wood, Stanley L., 1866-1928 |
| Title | Jack Carstairs of the power house : A tale of some very young men and a very young industry |
| Edition | 2nd edition. |
| Original Publication | London: Methuen & Co., 1909. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young men -- Fiction |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Electrical engineers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Power-plants -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73393 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-73393-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 513 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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