Harding of Allenwood

Name: Harding of Allenwood
Author: Harold Bindloss

The novel revolves around the life of Harding, a young man from a humble background who becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and events that shape his destiny. He falls deeply in love with a woman named Muriel, but their social differences create tension between them. Harding's fortunes change when he inherits a large sum of money, which allows him to pursue his ambitions and secure a better life for himself and those he cares about. However, this newfound wealth also brings its own set of challenges and complications. Throughout the novel, Harding navigates the complexities of love, class, and identity, ultimately emerging as a stronger and wiser individual. The story explores themes of social mobility, personal growth, and the human condition, offering a nuanced portrayal of life in the early 20th century.

By Harold Bindloss · First published 1908 · Genre: Adventure, Romance, Western · 30 chapters · 104,918 words

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It was a clear day in September. The boisterous winds which had swept the wide Canadian plain all summer had fallen and only a faint breeze stirred the yellowing leaves of the poplars. Against the glaring blue of the northern sky the edge of the prairie cut in a long, straight line; above the southern horizon rounded cloud-masses hung, soft and white as wool. Far off, the prairie was washed with tints of delicate gray, but as it swept in to the foreground the color changed, growing in strength, to brown and ocher with streaks of silvery brightness where the withered grass caught the light. To the east the view was broken, for the banks of a creek that wound across the broad level were lined with timber -- birches and poplars growing tall in the shelter of the ravine and straggling along its crest. Their pale-colored branches glowed among the early autumn leaves.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Harold Bindloss
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Romance, Western, Drama, Historical
Length: 104,918 words
Structure: 30 chapters, 2,469 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Adventure — The plot centers around exploration and challenges faced by the protagonist, typical of adventure narratives.
Romance — The story includes romantic elements and relationships that are significant to the plot.
Western — The setting and themes align with the characteristics of Western fiction, including frontier life and rural landscapes.
Drama — The narrative involves emotional and relational conflicts that drive the story forward.