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Experience a coming‑of‑age story set in a vivid early‑20th‑century world, where a young writer’s dreams clash with family duty and first love.
The book follows Cleve Harrod, a boy near the turn of the century who longs to be more than a small‑town memory. He writes in secret, battles self‑doubt, and watches his imagination rise as he contends with family expectations, friendships, and a growing attraction that could change his path forever. Through lived details of home, travel, and a fragile island community, the narrative builds a sense of place and the pull of ambition against everyday life.
- Meet Cleve Harrod, a shy, bookish boy who loves language and longs to publish.
- See a close‑up portrait of a family dynamic and the everyday pressures of work and finances.
- Explore a richly drawn setting that blends familiar small‑towns with a distinctive island atmosphere.
- Follow the early stages of a romance that could steer Cleve toward greatness or heartache.
Ideal for readers who enjoy character‑driven historical fiction with a strong sense of place and a gaze into the making of a writer.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of Grover Cleveland Harrod, unveiling his inner struggles and exploring the challenges he faces as a young man coming of age at the turn of the twentieth century. The author deftly weaves together themes of family, ambition, and the pursuit of artistic dreams in a rapidly changing world. Through the narrative, we witness the tension between Cleve's aspirations as a writer and the practical expectations of his family and society. The book offers a poignant and thought-provoking examination of the sacrifices and compromises inherent in the creative journey, inviting readers to contemplate the complexities of balancing personal aspirations with familial responsibilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781527639379_0
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