Eli by Heman White Chaplin
"Eli" by Heman White Chaplin is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book presents a tense courtroom drama centered around themes of justice, morality, and community, as it follows the story of Eli Smith, a juror who grapples with his beliefs about the innocence of the accused amidst overwhelming circumstantial evidence. The narrative revolves around John Wood, who is accused of robbing a bank, a crime that heavilyimpacts his family and the town. As the trial unfolds, Eli finds himself in a moral quandary, believing in Wood's innocence despite the evidence stacked against him. His journey reveals his struggle to stay true to his convictions while facing societal pressure and the potential consequences of his stance. Ultimately, as the truth comes to light, Eli’s steadfastness is rewarded, and the narrative culminates in a resolution that restores balance to both his family life and community ties. The novel not only explores the intricacies of the justice system but also delves into themes of personal integrity and the social dynamics of small-town life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Chaplin, Heman White, 1847-1924 |
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| Title | Eli First published in the "Century Magazine" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23005 |
| Release Date | Oct 12, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 118 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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