The Dragon in Shallow Waters: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Dragon in Shallow Waters is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sackville-West, V. (Victoria) (1892–1962).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Dragon in Shallow Waters" by V. Sackville-West is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a factory setting and introduces us to the lives of Silas and Gregory Dene, two brothers marked by physical disabilities: Silas is blind, and Gregory is deaf and mute. The story delves into themes of tragedy, isolation, and societal contempt, capturing the oppressive atmosphere of their lives and the impact of personal loss within a harsh industrial environment. The opening of the novel establishes a vivid and grim factory scene, highlighting the relentless machinery and the imposing structure that dwarfs the men who work within it. We are introduced to the Dene brothers shortly after the death of Silas's wife, Hannah, whose death contributes to a pervasive sense of grief and upheaval. Silas exhibits a mix of indifference and manic humor as he discusses the circumstances surrounding her death, hinting at deeper emotional layers and resentments. This balance of bleakness and strained camaraderie among the characters underlines the novel's exploration of human suffering and the complex nature of relationships in the face of adversity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Dragon in Shallow Waters
- Author credits: Sackville-West, V. (Victoria) (1892–1962)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Blind -- Fiction
- Brothers -- Fiction
- City and town life -- Fiction
- Deaf people -- Fiction
- England -- Fiction
- Factories -- Fiction
- Murder -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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