Refiner's Fire

The Life and Adventures of Marshall Pearl, a Foundling

Autori

• Mark Helprin

Parametri

Pagine

554pagine

Tempo di lettura

20ore

• Guerre
• Narrativa
• Narrativa contemporanea
• Prosa storica

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The journey of an orphaned immigrant unfolds through diverse and transformative experiences, starting in the Hudson River Valley and leading to Harvard. His adventures take him to sea on a British merchant ship, showcasing resilience and adaptability. Ultimately, he returns to his roots, where he becomes an Israeli soldier during the Yom Kippur War, highlighting themes of identity, belonging, and the impact of war on personal history.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2005

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