Fortitude by Hugh Walpole
"Fortitude" by Hugh Walpole is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a twelve-year-old boy named Peter Westcott, who grapples with the complexities of childhood and the sometimes harsh realities of his life, particularly the fear and anticipation surrounding his father's punishments. The themes of courage, friendship, and the search for understanding are woven throughout Peter's experiences as he navigates interactions with various figures in his life,
including his idolized friend Stephen Brant and the enigmatic Frosted Moses. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a warm, bustling inn on Christmas Eve, where Peter observes the adults around him, particularly an old man who speaks about courage, an idea that resonates deeply with him. As Peter contemplates the nature of life and the inevitability of punishment from his father, he displays a mix of bravery and vulnerability. The opening stresses the importance of courage in facing life's challenges while introducing the dynamic of Peter's relationships, particularly with Stephen, who represents strength and support for him. This set-up establishes a rich emotional landscape that invites readers to explore the journey of growing up amid fear, admiration, and the quest for acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Walpole, Hugh, 1884-1941 |
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| Title | Fortitude |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Text file produced by The Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young men -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7887 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 307 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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