The fortunate calamity by Pansy
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About this eBook
| Author | Pansy, 1841-1930 |
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| Illustrator | Norcross, Grace |
| LoC No. | 27018380 |
| Title | The fortunate calamity |
| Original Publication | United States: J.B. Lippincott Company, 1927. |
| Credits |
an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer. Revised by Richard Tonsing. |
| Summary | "The Fortunate Calamity" by Pansy is a novel written in the late 1920s. The story centers around the Forman family, whose harmonious life is disrupted by the arrival of Aunt Elsie, the sister of Mr. Forman, who struggles with the ramifications of family dynamics, loss, and the concept of honor within familial relationships. The narrative offers a glimpse into the lives of the Forman siblings as they navigate their changing domestic situation while trying to maintain their familial bonds amidst underlying tensions. The opening of the novel introduces the Forman family during a typical breakfast, filled with light banter and routine. However, as the conversation unfolds, it reveals heavier emotional undertones, particularly in relation to the potential arrival of Aunt Elsie, shared familial history, and the impact of their father's struggles. Mrs. Forman's preoccupations and the children's differing reactions showcase their respective personalities, hinting at the conflicts and sacrifices they will face due to Aunt Elsie's extended stay. This initial chapter effectively sets the stage for the exploration of themes of duty, familial love, personal sacrifice, and the burden of past decisions that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Aunts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70225 |
| Release Date | Mar 7, 2023 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 12, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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