The Light in the Clearing: A Tale of the North Country in the Time of Silas Wright: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Light in the Clearing: A Tale of the North Country in the Time of Silas Wright: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Light in the Clearing: A Tale of the North Country in the Time of Silas Wright is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bacheller, Irving (1859–1950).
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"The Light in the Clearing: A Tale of the North Country in the Time of Silas…" by Irving Bacheller is a novel written in the early 20th century. This coming-of-age story is set in the rural North Country during the 1830s and centers around a boy named Barton Baynes, who navigates the complexities of childhood while dealing with the loss of his parents and living with his Aunt Deel and Uncle Peabody. Through Bart's experiences, the novel explores themes of family, innocence, and the stark realities of life in a small farming community. At the start of the story, we meet Bart, a young orphan who is learning to adapt to life with his relatives after losing his parents. The opening chapters provide insight into his childhood memories, including the pride he feels for his first watermelon harvest and the humorous yet challenging dynamics within his household. As he grapples with understanding life and death, friendship and betrayal, we see him engaging in innocent adventures—such as planting seeds and playing with a little hen—all while trying to make sense of the world around him. The narrative shines through its engaging and poignant depiction of Bart's inner thoughts and emotional struggles, setting the stage for a rich exploration of youth in a simpler time.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Light in the Clearing: A Tale of the North Country in the Time of Silas Wright
- Author credits: Bacheller, Irving (1859–1950)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- New York (State) -- Fiction
- Wright, Silas, 1795-1847 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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