Town and Country; Or, Life at Home and Abroad, Without and Within Us: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Town and Country; Or, Life at Home and Abroad, Without and Within Us is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Adams, John S. (John Stowell) (1823–1893).
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"Town and Country; Or, Life at Home and Abroad, Without and Within Us" by John S. Adams is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into themes of morality, the struggle between personal ambition and familial loyalty, and social issues of the time, as experienced by its characters. Central to the narrative is Henry Lang, a man who faces the consequences of his past decisions, including abandonment of his family and a subsequent fall from grace into questionable associations. The opening portion of the novel introduces us to Henry Lang, who is embroiled in a tense conversation with his unscrupulous cohorts, Harry and Bill, hinting at secretive dealings and a past marked by ill fortune. As Henry grapples with his current predicament, we learn of his family's plight through the perspectives of his wife and daughter, Julia. Julia, despite the trials of poverty and her father's betrayal, attempts to comfort her ailing mother, showing resilience and an unwavering belief in kindness's restorative power. The narrative sets the stage for a dramatic exploration of regret, redemption, and the familial bonds that unite and divide as the characters face their collective struggles.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Town and Country; Or, Life at Home and Abroad, Without and Within Us
- Author credits: Adams, John S. (John Stowell) (1823–1893)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- American poetry -- 19th century
- Short stories, American
- United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- United States -- Social life and customs -- Poetry
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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