The Prodigal Son by Sir Hall Caine
"The Prodigal Son" by Hall Caine is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the lives of two young men, Magnus and Oscar, who are brothers with contrasting personalities and aspirations. The backdrop of Iceland adds a unique flavor to the narrative, exploring themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, particularly as they pertain to marriage and family obligations. The opening of the novel introduces us to
Thora Neilsen, the daughter of a prominent merchant in Iceland, who eagerly prepares for an annual sheep-gathering festival. As she interacts with her doting Aunt Margret, we gain insights into her relationships, particularly with Magnus, whom she is expected to marry, and Oscar, Magnus' charming younger brother who has just returned from studying abroad. Their conversations hint at a deeper love between Thora and Oscar, uncovering tensions related to her engagement to Magnus. The dynamic between the siblings and Thora sets the stage for an unfolding drama of romantic entanglements and personal choices as societal and familial pressures loom large. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Caine, Hall, Sir, 1853-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Prodigal Son |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Prodigal_Son_(Hall_Caine_novel) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Iceland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Brothers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51950 |
| Release Date | May 13, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 244 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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