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Jack Carstairs of the power house: A tale of some very young men and a very young industry: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Jack Carstairs of the power house: A tale of some very young men and a very young industry: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Jack Carstairs of the power house: A tale of some very young men and a very young industry is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sandys, Sydney.

Catalogue synopsis

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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.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Jack Carstairs of the power house: A tale of some very young men and a very young industry
  • Author credits: Sandys, Sydney
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Adventure stories
  • Electrical engineers -- Fiction
  • Great Britain -- Fiction
  • Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
  • Power-plants -- Fiction
  • Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
  • Young men -- Fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: British Literature
  • Category: Novels
  • Category: Romance

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