| Author |
Stoker, Bram, 1847-1912 |
| Title |
The Snake's Pass
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Sampson Low, Marston, Searle & Rivington Ltd.,1891.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"The Snake's Pass" by Bram Stoker is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a richly described Irish landscape, focusing on themes of nature's beauty, myth, and personal transformation. The main character, Arthur, a young man recently returned from a European tour, finds himself confronted with both the breathtaking natural wonders of Ireland and the complexities of human relationships and local legends. The opening of the book introduces Arthur as he journeys through a secluded valley framed by mountains, where he is captivated by the dramatic scenery and an impending storm that looms overhead. He travels with a gregarious Irish driver named Andy, who regales him with the stories and folklore unique to the region. This first chapter establishes the atmospheric setting and hints at the intertwining of local legends, like the tale of Shleenanaher, or "The Snake's Pass," and the personal journeys of its characters. Arthur is presented as a reflective character, grappling with his past and poised on the brink of new experiences, setting the stage for a tale woven with mystery and local lore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Ireland -- Social conditions -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68966 |
| Release Date |
Sep 11, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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