The Kentucky Warbler: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Kentucky Warbler is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Allen, James Lane (1849–1925).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Kentucky Warbler" by James Lane Allen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around young Webster, a boy captivated by nature and particularly interested in discovering the wartbler after being inspired by a school lecture. The book delves into themes of youth, individuality, and the struggle to find one's path amid the societal and familial expectations in Kentucky. At the start of the novel, Webster is introduced as a boy who feels stifled by the rigid school system and longs for the adventures that await him in the alluring forest he observes from his home. His interaction with his family, especially his father and sister Elinor, reveals the tension between desires for freedom and the practicalities of everyday life. The narrative captures Webster's curiosity and eagerness to explore the wilderness, setting the stage for his journey of self-discovery, underscored by his wish to understand the world around him through the lens of nature, particularly his quest to find the elusive Kentucky warbler.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Kentucky Warbler
- Author credits: Allen, James Lane (1849–1925)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Kentucky -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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