Alec Yeaton's Son
Alec Yeaton's Son is a novel by Thomas Bailey Aldrich, first published in 1881. It tells the story of a young man, Alec Yeaton, who is born into a poor family in a small New England town. Despite his humble beginnings, Alec is determined to make something of himself and eventually succeeds in becoming a successful businessman. The novel follows Alec's journey as he struggles to make his way in the world. Along the way, he faces many obstacles, including poverty, prejudice, and the disapproval of his family. Despite these challenges, Alec perseveres and eventually finds success. The novel also explores themes of family, friendship, and loyalty. Through Alec's relationships with his family, friends, and business associates, Aldrich paints a vivid portrait of life in a small New England town. Ultimately, Alec Yeaton's Son is a story of hope and determination. It is a reminder that, with hard work and dedication, anyone can achieve their dreams.
By Thomas Bailey Aldrich · First published 1880 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Family Saga · 296 words
First lines
GLOUCESTER, AUGUST, 1720.
The wind it wailed, the wind it moaned,
And the white caps flecked the sea;
"An' I would to God," the skipper groaned,
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Thomas Bailey Aldrich
- Date: 1880 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Family Saga, Coming of Age
- Length: 296 words
- Structure: 1 section, 48 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Realistic Fiction — The book follows the life of Alec Yeaton's son, and is set in a realistic setting with realistic characters and events.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the 19th century and follows the life of Alec Yeaton's son, making it a historical fiction novel.
- Family Saga — The book follows the life of Alec Yeaton's son, and is focused on the family dynamics and relationships between the characters.
- Coming of Age — The book follows the life of Alec Yeaton's son, and focuses on his journey of self-discovery and growth.
Tags
coming of age · family dynamics · father-son relationship · New England · 19th century · adventure · identity · loss · self-discovery · rural life · nostalgia · youth