The Eternal Masculine

The Eternal Masculine follows the bond that develops between a young guide and a wealthy man during a fishing trip in the Canadian wilderness, as they navigate themes of class, nature, and personal growth. Their journey together serves as a backdrop for profound reflections on life and the connections that shape us.

By Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews · First published 1920 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Historical Fiction · 9 chapters · 95,042 words

First lines

The boy stopped sharply in the portage, and swung about and glanced inquiringly at Josef. Light as the sound was, quickly as the boy had heard it, Josef had heard first. He stood rooted in the path, a line of lean strength, in vague-colored clothes, his black locks tumbling from under his battered felt hat, a scarlet bandanna in the belt at his slim waist pricking the dim light with an explosion of color. His extraordinary eyes, very light blue, very large, with pupils dilated over the irises, as animals' eyes dilate, snapped electrically; his glance searched the woods to this side and that.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews
• Date: 1920 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Historical Fiction, Drama, Psychological Fiction
• Length: 95,042 words
• Structure: 9 chapters, 1,469 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Literary Fiction — The book explores deep themes of masculinity and human experience through a nuanced narrative.
• Philosophical Fiction — It delves into philosophical questions regarding gender roles and identity.
• Historical Fiction — The setting and context may reflect historical perspectives on masculinity.
• Drama — The narrative likely includes dramatic elements that highlight conflicts related to masculinity.

Tags

Feminism · Sociology · Philosophy · Psychology · Literary Fiction · Social Commentary · Critique of Society · Masculinity · Eternal Masculine · Feminist Theory · Social Change · Cultural Analysis

Contents

• The Scarlet Ibis
• The Campaign Trout
• The Reward of Virtue
• The Sabine Maiden
• The Whistling of Zoëtique
• The Young Man with Wings
• Amici
• The Captains
• Little Marcus

More by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews

• Through the Ivory Gate (1936)
• The Courage of the Commonplace (1918)
• The Perfect Tribute (1911)
• The Bishop's Silence (1914)
• The Witnesses (1914)
• The Diamond Brooches (1911)
• Crowned with Glory and Honor (1920)
• A Messenger (1910)
• All works by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews