The QuickeningDigiCat, 16 sep 2022 - 263 pagina's In 'The Quickening,' Francis Lynde crafts a compelling narrative that fuses the ethos of early 20th-century America with timeless themes of morality, ambition, and redemption. Lynde's prose is both evocative and accessible, rendering a tale that mirrors the tension between technological progress and the enduring nature of the human spirit. The literary style bridges the realist tradition with hints of romanticism, reflecting the dynamic transformation of American society during the period. As a DigiCat Publishing edition, the book has been meticulously preserved and presented, ensuring that the original texture of Lynde's work is accessible to contemporary readers, thereby contributing to the perpetuation of literary heritage. The Quickening is a testament not only to its era but also to the enduring relevance of thoughtful literature. Francis Lynde's own experience as a civil engineer and his firsthand insight into the industrial landscapes of America profoundly influenced his storytelling. His narratives often revolved around strong characters caught in the maelstrom of technological advancements and ethical dilemmas. Lynde's background provided a sturdy foundation for the vivid and authentic depictions of human ingenuity and its complexities in 'The Quickening.' The author's dedication to exploring the nuanced intersection of individual will and societal pressures is evident throughout this work, offering a rich exploration of themes that resonated deeply in his time and continue to echo in ours. This edition of 'The Quickening' is recommended for readers who appreciate literature as a mirror to the human condition and as a commentary on the societal shifts that underpin our history. Scholars and enthusiasts of early 20th-century American literature will find in Lynde's work an invaluable reflection of the period's sensibilities. Moreover, anyone seeking a narrative that thoughtfully engages with the dilemmas of progress and integrity will be richly rewarded by this classic. Embracing both the literary prowess of Lynde and the careful stewardship of DigiCat Publishing, 'The Quickening' stands as a beacon of cultural and historical significance poised to inspire yet another generation of readers. |
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... face flushed a dull red,—that could be seen even in the growing dusk,—but he made no move retaliatory. Thomas Jefferson walked slowly around him, wary as a wild creature of the wood, and to the full as curious. Then he stuck out his ...
... face flushed a dull red,—that could be seen even in the growing dusk,—but he made no move retaliatory. Thomas Jefferson walked slowly around him, wary as a wild creature of the wood, and to the full as curious. Then he stuck out his ...
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... faces spreading away from the shore of the pulpit steps. When he spoke of hell and its terrors, which was frequently ... face unrelieved by any line of mobility, but redeemed and almost glorified by the deep-set, eager, burning eyes. He ...
... faces spreading away from the shore of the pulpit steps. When he spoke of hell and its terrors, which was frequently ... face unrelieved by any line of mobility, but redeemed and almost glorified by the deep-set, eager, burning eyes. He ...
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... face. Then he fell on his knees on the rough-hewn floor, with the tall mountaineer called William Layne on his right, and on his left a young girl from the choir who was sobbing softly in her handkerchief. June being the queen of the ...
... face. Then he fell on his knees on the rough-hewn floor, with the tall mountaineer called William Layne on his right, and on his left a young girl from the choir who was sobbing softly in her handkerchief. June being the queen of the ...
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... face, with the grim smile gone, and the steadfast eyes gravely tolerant as he—Thomas Jefferson—was going down into the water. A third—and this might easily become the most lasting of all—was the memory of how his mother clasped him in ...
... face, with the grim smile gone, and the steadfast eyes gravely tolerant as he—Thomas Jefferson—was going down into the water. A third—and this might easily become the most lasting of all—was the memory of how his mother clasped him in ...
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... face what time a sun-smitten Paradise Valley was like an oven. It would be three good hours before he would have to go after Nance Jane; and the Sunday lesson—but he had already forgotten about the Sunday lesson. Three-quarters of the ...
... face what time a sun-smitten Paradise Valley was like an oven. It would be three good hours before he would have to go after Nance Jane; and the Sunday lesson—but he had already forgotten about the Sunday lesson. Three-quarters of the ...
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