Together by Norman Douglas (1923)
Norman Douglas's novel Together tells the story of two young lovers who are forced to part ways due to societal pressures and family expectations. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle between personal desires and social obligations.
By Norman Douglas · First published 1923 · Genre: Travel Literature, Fiction, Satire · 14 chapters · 59,193 words
First lines
It rains.
It has rained ever since our arrival in this green Alpine village; rained not heavily but with a grim Scotch persistence -- the kind of drizzle that will tempt some old Aberdonian, sitting unconcernedly in soaking grass by the wayside, to look up and remark: "The roads is something saft. " Are we going to have a month of _Landregen_, as they call it? No matter. Anything for fresh air; anything to escape from the pitiless blaze of the South, and from those stifling nights when your bedroom grows into a furnace, its walls exuding inwardly all the fiery beams they have sucked up during the endless hours of noon. Let it rain!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Norman Douglas
- Date: 1923 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Travel Literature, Fiction, Satire, Social Commentary
- Length: 59,193 words
- Structure: 14 chapters, 579 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Travel Literature — The book explores various locations and cultures, focusing on the experiences and observations of the characters as they travel.
- Fiction — The narrative is constructed around fictional characters and events, providing a creative exploration of themes and settings.
- Satire — The writing style includes elements of humor and critique, often addressing societal norms and behaviors.
- Social Commentary — The book delves into social issues and human interactions, offering insights and critiques on contemporary society.
Tags
friendship · community · relationships · love · human connection · social dynamics · intimacy · collaboration · support · togetherness · empathy · understanding
Contents
- Introduction
- The Brunnenmacher
- Tiefis
- Lutz Forest
- Blumenegg
- Father Bruhin
- Rain
- Ants
- Gamsboden
- Jordan Castle
- Rosenegg
- Valduna
- Old Anna
- Schlins