Between Friends by Robert W. Chambers
"Between Friends" by Robert W. Chambers is a novel written in the early 20th century, during the time leading up to World War I. This introspective work revolves around themes of love, friendship, and personal tragedy, exploring the complex emotional landscape of its characters amidst societal expectations and personal dilemmas. With a focus on the intertwined lives of a sculptor and his model, the novel delves into the impact of past relationships
and the haunting shadow of love lost. The story centers on Drene, a sculptor grappling with the pain of past betrayals and a sense of isolation. As he works with Cecile, a vivacious model, their relationship evolves from a strictly professional one into a bond marked by tenderness and emotional complexity. Drene’s inner turmoil regarding love and friendship is exacerbated by the presence of his former friend Graylock, who has a complicated history with Drene that influences their current interactions. As the narrative unfolds, it reveals Drene's struggle to reconcile his feelings for Cecile while simultaneously confronting the ghosts of his past. Ultimately, the novel culminates in moments of revelation and redemption, highlighting the transformative power of love and the often painful lessons learned in relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William), 1865-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | Between Friends |
| Credits | Produced by Andre Boutin-Maloney, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Sculptors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Artists' models -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8441 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08441-1 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 523 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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