A Window In Thrums
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Verlag:Neelkanth Prakashan
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Erscheinungsdatum
06.02.2024
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Neelkanth PrakashanSeitenzahl
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495 KB
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Englisch
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9789361445392
"A Window in Thrums" is a novel by J.M. Barrie, first published in 1889. It serves as a sequel to "Auld Licht Idylls" and continues to explore the lives of the inhabitants of the fictional Scottish village of Thrums, which is modeled after Barrie's hometown of Kirriemuir.
The novel is narrated by a visitor to Thrums, who observes and recounts the daily life and the quaint, often poignant experiences of the villagers. Central to the story is the character of Jess, a paralyzed woman who watches the world from her window, hence the title "A Window in Thrums." Through Jess's perspective and the interactions of those around her, Barrie delves into themes of family, community, and the passage of time.
"A Window in Thrums" is celebrated for its rich characterizations, its use of Scots dialect, and its vivid depiction of 19th-century Scottish village life. Barrie's keen observations and gentle humor bring the small, close-knit community to life, offering readers a heartfelt and nostalgic look at a bygone era. This work, along with "Auld Licht Idylls," cemented Barrie's reputation as a skilled storyteller and a chronicler of Scottish rural life.
The novel is narrated by a visitor to Thrums, who observes and recounts the daily life and the quaint, often poignant experiences of the villagers. Central to the story is the character of Jess, a paralyzed woman who watches the world from her window, hence the title "A Window in Thrums." Through Jess's perspective and the interactions of those around her, Barrie delves into themes of family, community, and the passage of time.
"A Window in Thrums" is celebrated for its rich characterizations, its use of Scots dialect, and its vivid depiction of 19th-century Scottish village life. Barrie's keen observations and gentle humor bring the small, close-knit community to life, offering readers a heartfelt and nostalgic look at a bygone era. This work, along with "Auld Licht Idylls," cemented Barrie's reputation as a skilled storyteller and a chronicler of Scottish rural life.
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