By The Sea by Heman White Chaplin

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Author Chaplin, Heman White, 1847-1924
Title By The Sea
1887
Note Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "By The Sea" by Heman White Chaplin is a novel written in the late 19th century, exploring the lives of two families intertwined by kinship and tragedy. Set in a quaint seaside village in Massachusetts, the narrative delves into themes of community, loss, and the impact of historical maritime life on personal identities. The story centers around James Parsons, a jovial and meticulous fisherman, and Captain Joseph Pelham, a man of substantial means and influence after retiring from a life at sea. The plot thickens when tragedy strikes, leading to the death of George Pelham's wife, and the ensuing battle for guardianship of their son, Joe. The narrative reveals the contrasting lifestyles of the two men—James's warm, messy, and humorous home life versus Captain Pelham's structured and formal existence. Ultimately, the outcome is shaped by the community's values and the memories of the child's late mother, highlighting the bonds of family and the weight of past choices on present lives. The book concludes with a poignant reflection on loss as Joe tragically dies young, forever changing both households. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 23001
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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