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David Vallory is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lynde, Francis (1856–1930).
Catalogue synopsis
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"David Vallory" by Francis Lynde is a novel written in the early 20th century. It revolves around the character David Vallory, a young engineer returning to his hometown of Middleboro after working on a government harbor project. The story explores David’s complex relationships with his family, particularly with his father, who faces financial ruin, and his interactions with his romantic interests, which add layers of personal and moral dilemmas to the plot. The beginning of the book introduces David's return home after a long absence, where he begins to notice a sense of disappointment about his hometown, now tinged with melancholy. Upon arriving, he discovers his father is in trouble due to the bank's precarious financial situation, leading to a series of family and ethical quandaries. David’s strong idealism clashes with the harsh realities of adult life, as he grapples with the implications of his father’s actions and the weight of their family reputation. As the narrative unfolds, themes of responsibility, the challenge of ideals versus pragmatism, and the complexities of love begin to emerge, setting the stage for David’s journey toward maturity and self-discovery.
Book and edition facts
- Title: David Vallory
- Author credits: Lynde, Francis (1856–1930)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Civil engineers -- Fiction
- Ethics -- Fiction
- Love stories
- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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