An Idyl of the East Side by Thomas A. Janvier

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Author Janvier, Thomas A. (Thomas Allibone), 1849-1913
Illustrator Smedley, W. T. (William Thomas), 1858-1920
Title An Idyl of the East Side
1891
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "An Idyl of the East Side" by Thomas A. Janvier is a poignant narrative that embodies the immigrant experience, showcasing themes of love, loss, and resilience. This book is a work of fiction likely written in the late 19th century. It tells the story of Andreas Stoffel, a canary-bird dealer originally from Germany, who migrates to America with dreams of reunion with his childhood love, Christine, only to grapple with the heartbreaking reality of her life choices. The plot unfolds as Andreas arrives in New York, only to learn that Christine has married another man, which shatters his hopes. Despite the heartbreak, he finds solace in taking care of his canaries and later becomes a father figure to Christine's daughter, Roschen, after Christine's untimely death. The narrative beautifully contrasts Andreas's profound love for Christine and the nurturing bond he builds with Roschen. As Roschen grows up, her own romance blossoms, leading to a pivotal moment where Andreas must reconcile his past feelings with the happiness of his adopted daughter. The story culminates in a bittersweet conclusion that reflects on life's cycles of joy and sorrow, encapsulated in the rich musicality of the canaries that Andreas cherishes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 23809
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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