The Upas Tree: A Christmas Story for all the Year by Florence L. Barclay

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Author Barclay, Florence L. (Florence Louisa), 1862-1921
Title The Upas Tree: A Christmas Story for all the Year
Note Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Upas Tree: A Christmas Story for all the Year" by Florence L. Barclay is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. This work is centered around the lives of Ronald West and his wife Helen, exploring their relationship, ambitions, and the challenges they face as Ronald prepares to travel to Central Africa for his writing. The evocative title suggests themes of personal sacrifice, love, and the journey of self-discovery intertwined with Christmas sentimentality. The opening of the story sets the stage for the relationship dynamics between Ronald and Helen. It begins with Ronald contemplating how to discuss a significant matter with Helen, revealing that he wishes to travel to Africa to gather inspiration for a novel. Helen, who is depicted as supportive yet rational, expresses concerns about his decision and the potential separation it entails. As the couple navigates their feelings, the tension between personal aspirations and marital responsibilities unfolds, hinting at deeper themes of love and duty. The initial interaction establishes a strong emotional layer to their relationship, drawing readers into their world of longing, creativity, and impending separation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christmas stories
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EBook-No. 16454
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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