Lost by Edward Bellamy
"Lost" by Edward Bellamy is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the passage of time as it recounts the story of Charles Randall and Ida Werner, whose romance is marked by separation and regret. Set against the backdrop of post-Victorian society, the narrative reflects the emotional turmoil that arises from social expectations and personal choices. The story follows Charles Randall, who, afterspending a year in Germany and falling in love with Ida, is compelled to leave her behind as he returns to America due to familial pressures. Over the years, Randall becomes increasingly consumed by regret for abandoning Ida, ultimately deciding to return to find her. However, he discovers that Ida has seemingly disappeared from his life, leading him on a desperate search through various German cities. The novel culminates in a poignant reunion where Randall encounters a changed Ida, who is no longer the vibrant young woman he remembered. This transformative moment raises profound questions about love, identity, and the irreversible effects of time, ultimately portraying a bittersweet reflection on the nature of lost opportunities and the painful realization that the past can never truly be reclaimed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bellamy, Edward, 1850-1898 |
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| Title | Lost 1898 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22712 |
| Release Date | Sep 21, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 116 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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