The Amulet A Novel - Craddock, Charles Egbert
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The amulet: A novel explores the psychological tension of isolation, power, and transformation within a frontier world shaped by aftermath and occupation. Set against a militarized landscape, the novel traces the emotional weight of constrained choices and cultural displacement. The author evokes an environment where military duty overlaps with daily survival, and where the harsh natural world amplifies feelings of uncertainty and disconnection. Characters are used to reveal contrasts between public identity and private reflection, as emotional undercurrents slowly disrupt rigid social…mehr

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The amulet: A novel explores the psychological tension of isolation, power, and transformation within a frontier world shaped by aftermath and occupation. Set against a militarized landscape, the novel traces the emotional weight of constrained choices and cultural displacement. The author evokes an environment where military duty overlaps with daily survival, and where the harsh natural world amplifies feelings of uncertainty and disconnection. Characters are used to reveal contrasts between public identity and private reflection, as emotional undercurrents slowly disrupt rigid social structures. The narrative highlights how individuals respond differently to pressure, expectation, and change, revealing internal conflict shaped by rank, gender, and historical circumstance. Underneath the outward discipline of military life lies a fragile search for connection and meaning, complicated by unspoken tensions. The physical setting becomes a symbolic extension of the characters limitations and aspirations. As the story unfolds, the emotional and social boundaries between duty, affection, and self-perception begin to blur, inviting reflection on the cost of order and the potential of transformation when individuals confront vulnerability in unpredictable surroundings.
Autorenporträt
Mary Noailles Murfree, born on January 24, 1850, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and passing away in the same town on July 31, 1922, was an American author who wrote under the pen name Charles Egbert Craddock. She was the daughter of William Law Murfree. Murfree is best known for her novels and short stories, particularly those set in the Appalachian region. Her works often centered on the lives and experiences of rural inhabitants, capturing their struggles and resilience. Influenced by her upbringing in Tennessee, Murfree's writing reflected her intimate understanding of the landscape and people of the area. Though not widely known today, her literary contributions were significant in their time, offering vivid depictions of nature and rural life. Her works continue to be appreciated for their realism and insightful portrayal of the challenges faced by those living in isolated communities. While she did not achieve widespread fame during her lifetime, Murfree s unique voice and connection to her surroundings made her an important figure in American literature.