Lost Pond by Henry Abbott
The novel revolves around a group of people who gather at a remote lake for a summer retreat. The story explores themes of isolation, relationships, and the complexities of human interactions. As the characters' pasts are slowly revealed, tensions rise and secrets are exposed, threatening to disrupt the fragile harmony among them.
By Henry Abbott · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Nature · 4,840 words
First lines
"Lost Pond" was a tradition, a myth. It had never been seen by any living person. Two dead men, it was alleged, had visited it on several occasions while they were yet living.
Wonderful tales were told about that pond for which many persons had hunted, but which no one of the present generation had ever been able to find.
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Lost Pond is listed on Textopian as a short story by Henry Abbott, dated Date unknown.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Henry Abbott
- Date: Date unknown
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Nature, Folklore, Historical
- Length: 4,840 words
- Structure: 1 section, 61 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative centers around a quest to find a mythical pond, involving exploration and overcoming natural obstacles.
- Mystery — The story revolves around the search for a lost pond, a mystery that has intrigued many but remained unsolved.
- Nature — The detailed descriptions of the wilderness, flora, and fauna highlight the natural setting as a significant element.
- Folklore — The tale incorporates local legends and myths about the pond, passed down through generations.
Tags
Fiction · Literary Fiction · Coming-of-Age · Small-Town Life · Family Drama · Friendship · Growing Up · Self-Discovery · Nostalgia · Summer Vacation · Youthful Innocence · Simple Living