A Loose End and Other Stories by S. Elizabeth Hall

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Author Hall, S. Elizabeth
Title A Loose End and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents A Loose End -- In a Breton Village -- Twice a Child -- The Road by the Sea -- The Halting Step -- Tabitha's Aunt.
Credits E-text prepared by Steven Gibbs, Irma Spehar, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Loose End and Other Stories" by S. Elizabeth Hall is a collection of short stories likely written in the late 19th century. The stories explore deep emotional themes, vividly capturing the intricacies of human relationships and conflicts through various characters, set against evocative backdrops. The opening story introduces Marie, a young girl living on a secluded island, navigating her complex relationships with her fisherman father and a scheming rival, Pierre, hinting at deeper themes of familial loyalty and betrayal. The beginning of "A Loose End" paints a vivid picture of Marie's life on the windswept cliffs of a Channel Island. As she assists her father, André, with the catch of the day and their interactions unfold, tension rises with the entrance of Pierre, a rival who threatens their livelihood. Marie's protective instincts surface as she confronts Pierre, creating a palpable atmosphere of intrigue and danger. The narrative sets the stage for a tale interwoven with themes of love, sacrifice, and the depths of devotion, all while hinting at the darker undercurrents of betrayal that may threaten their quiet existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 15922
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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