At The Door Of The Gate (1916) - Reid, Forrest
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At The Door Of The Gate is a novel by Forrest Reid, first published in 1916. The story is set in Ireland and follows the life of a young boy named Gilbert Austin. Gilbert is a sensitive and imaginative child, who is deeply affected by the beauty of his surroundings and the people he meets. He is particularly drawn to a young girl named Nora, who he meets at the gate of his family's estate. As they grow older, Gilbert and Nora's friendship deepens and becomes a source of comfort and support for both of them. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a new family in the area,…mehr

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At The Door Of The Gate is a novel by Forrest Reid, first published in 1916. The story is set in Ireland and follows the life of a young boy named Gilbert Austin. Gilbert is a sensitive and imaginative child, who is deeply affected by the beauty of his surroundings and the people he meets. He is particularly drawn to a young girl named Nora, who he meets at the gate of his family's estate. As they grow older, Gilbert and Nora's friendship deepens and becomes a source of comfort and support for both of them. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a new family in the area, who bring with them a sense of danger and intrigue. As Gilbert and Nora try to navigate the complexities of their changing world, they are forced to confront their own feelings and desires, and the consequences of their actions. At The Door Of The Gate is a poignant and beautifully written novel, that explores themes of love, loss, and the power of imagination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Forrest Reid was an Irish novelist, literary critic, and translator, best known for his works that focused on boyhood and its complexities. Born on June 24, 1875, in Belfast, United Kingdom, he became one of the leading pre-war novelists exploring themes of youth, innocence, and personal growth. His works often captured the emotional depth of young male relationships, earning him acclaim as a noted Ulster novelist. Reid s most famous novel, Young Tom, won the prestigious James Tait Black Memorial Prize in 1944. He was educated at Christ s College Cambridge and the Royal Belfast Academical Institution. Throughout his life, Reid maintained a keen interest in literature, and his works are recognized for their psychological depth and exploration of human emotions. Reid passed away on January 4, 1947, at the age of 71 in Warrenpoint, United Kingdom. His contributions to literature, particularly his focus on the emotional world of young boys, continue to be appreciated by readers and scholars alike.