A Knight of the Nets by Amelia E. Barr
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"A Knight of the Nets" by Amelia E. Barr is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story is set in a remote fishing village, Pittendurie, and focuses on the lives of Christina Binnie, her brother Andrew, and Sophy Traill as they navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations in their tight-knit community. The narrative hints at the emotional and romantic tensions that arise against the backdrop of
their daily lives, particularly regarding the interactions between Christina and Jamie Logan, and between Andrew and Sophy. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Pittendurie, a quaint fishing village characterized by its picturesque cottages and vibrant local life. Christina is depicted as a beautiful young woman who has yet to marry, and there are whispers about her relationships with local fishermen, particularly Jamie Logan. The dynamics within her family become apparent as mother Janet expresses concern about Christina's affections, while Andrew holds steadfastly to his love for Sophy. As the chapter unfolds, familial bonds, romantic entanglements, and the pressing societal pressures of marrying well shape the characters’ interactions. Andrew's ambitious plans to secure a fishing boat and his deep love for Sophy further complicate matters, setting the stage for the unfolding drama between aspiration and loyalty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barr, Amelia E., 1831-1919 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Knight of the Nets |
| Credits |
Etext produced by Juliet Sutherland, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders, from images generously made available by the Canadian Institute for Historical Microreproductions. HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Social classes -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fishers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 9374 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-09374-1 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 498 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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