A Danish Parsonage by John Fulford Vicary
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About this eBook
| Author | Vicary, John Fulford, 1832-1887 |
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| Title | A Danish Parsonage |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jim Adcock from images obtained from the Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "A Danish Parsonage" by John Fulford Vicary is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around John Hardy, a passionate angler, who leaves England for Denmark, seeking new fishing experiences while also engaging with the local culture and community. Throughout his journey, he spends time at a Danish parsonage, where he becomes acquainted with Pastor Lindal and his family, navigating themes of duty, social responsibility, and cultural exchange. The opening of the novel introduces John Hardy as a dedicated fisherman, highlighting his deep affection for the trout stream on his family's property and his keen interest in exploring Scandinavian fishing spots. After learning about the Gudenaa river and its elusive trout, John embarks on a journey to Denmark, where he arranges to stay with Pastor Lindal. Upon his arrival, he is warmly welcomed by the clergyman's family, including his daughter Helga, and soon finds himself immersed in their daily life as he balances his love for fishing with the relationships he builds within this quaint community. The stage is set for a blend of adventure, personal growth, and exploration of Danish traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30617 |
| Release Date | Dec 6, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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