The Right of Way — Volume 04: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Right of Way — Volume 04 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Parker, Gilbert (1862–1932).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Right of Way — Volume 04" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written during the early 20th century. The book explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the complexities of human emotions through a richly woven narrative centered on the lives of its main characters, including Charley Steele and Jo Portugais. It delves into the characters' struggles with their past actions and the consequences those actions have on their relationships and moral standing within their community. At the start of the narrative, a powerful thunderstorm ravages the valley, symbolizing the internal turmoil faced by Charley Steele, a tailor who has been grappling with guilt and the shadow of his past. As the storm clears, Charley reflects on his emotional battles and begins to channel his thoughts into poetry, revealing his complex psyche. Jo Portugais, a woodsman with a troubled history, enters and opens a conversation that reveals his own deep sense of remorse and longing for companionship. The opening establishes a dark atmosphere filled with tension, anticipation, and philosophical questioning, setting the stage for the encounters that explore themes of remorse, love, and justice as Charley must confront the approaching challenges to his newfound life and identity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Right of Way — Volume 04
- Author credits: Parker, Gilbert (1862–1932)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Canadian fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: Novels
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