The QuickeningDigiCat, 16 sep 2022 - 263 pagina's Francis Lynde's novel, 'The Quickening', is a gripping tale that explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of the American West. Lynde's intricate prose and vivid descriptions bring the rugged frontier to life, creating a sense of immediacy and intensity in the narrative. The author's use of dialogue adds depth to the characters and enhances the novel's authenticity, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction. 'The Quickening' is a classic example of Western literature that captures the essence of the era with its richly drawn characters and evocative storytelling. Francis Lynde's own experiences as a journalist and editor provided him with a keen insight into the human condition, which he skillfully weaves into the fabric of the novel. His background in journalism lends a sense of realism to the narrative, grounding the story in a tangible reality that resonates with readers. Lynde's ability to blend historical accuracy with emotional depth makes 'The Quickening' a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human heart and the enduring power of love and forgiveness. |
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... thing, I reckon. Come on out; I'll go 'long with you." Then spake the new-born love in the heart of the big, rough, country boy. "I cayn't onderstand how you can hold out, Tom-Jeff. I've come thoo', praise the Lord! but I jest natchelly ...
... thing, I reckon. Come on out; I'll go 'long with you." Then spake the new-born love in the heart of the big, rough, country boy. "I cayn't onderstand how you can hold out, Tom-Jeff. I've come thoo', praise the Lord! but I jest natchelly ...
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... thing became less insistent, also. It was always that way. When he was by himself in the forest, with no particularly gnawing hunger for righteousness, the devil let him alone. The thick wood was the true whisk to brush away all the ...
... thing became less insistent, also. It was always that way. When he was by himself in the forest, with no particularly gnawing hunger for righteousness, the devil let him alone. The thick wood was the true whisk to brush away all the ...
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... that had both the fear and the fierceness of wild things in them. "Shucks! it ain't your spring any more'n it's mine!" she retorted. "Hit's on Maje' Dabney's land." "Well, don't you muddy it none," said Thomas Jefferson, with.
... that had both the fear and the fierceness of wild things in them. "Shucks! it ain't your spring any more'n it's mine!" she retorted. "Hit's on Maje' Dabney's land." "Well, don't you muddy it none," said Thomas Jefferson, with.
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... Things began to turn red for Thomas Jefferson, and a high, buzzing note, like the tocsin of the bees, sang in his ears ... thing to be angry in shackles. There are similes—pent volcanoes, overcharged boilers and the like—but they are all ...
... Things began to turn red for Thomas Jefferson, and a high, buzzing note, like the tocsin of the bees, sang in his ears ... thing to be angry in shackles. There are similes—pent volcanoes, overcharged boilers and the like—but they are all ...
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... thing sacred. How the Major, a second Rip Van Winkle, found his way to New York, and to the pier of the incoming French Line steamer, must always remain a mystery. But he was there, with the fierce old eyes quenched and swimming and the ...
... thing sacred. How the Major, a second Rip Van Winkle, found his way to New York, and to the pier of the incoming French Line steamer, must always remain a mystery. But he was there, with the fierce old eyes quenched and swimming and the ...
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