Synopsis
Discover a stirring Victorian tale of love, ambition, and the shadows that shape a young life.
The Mighty Atom follows a thoughtful eleven-year-old boy named Lionel, guided by a steady tutor as he navigates a storm-tossed Devon coast and a home full of unspoken tension. Set against a lush, atmospheric English landscape, the story centers on Lionel’s quiet curiosity, his fragile hope for normalcy, and the urgent questions about family, faith, and what it means to grow up under extraordinary pressure. The book builds a world where a mother’s choices collide with a child’s longing for safety, shaping the course of both their lives.
- A precocious boy and a devoted tutor who must weigh duty, affection, and the pull of the unknown.
- A vivid coastal setting with dramatic weather, evening light, and intimate family moments.
- Themes of belonging, resilience, and the hunger for meaning in a life marked by conflict and sacrifice.
- Rich, character-driven storytelling that blends moral questions with a tender, human drama.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic literary fiction with emotional depth, stark choices, and a vividly drawn era.
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Devon. Summer had worn the garb of winter in a freakish fit of mockery and masquerade; and even among the sheltered orchards of the deeply-embowered valley of Combmartin, many a tough and gnarled branch of many a sturdy apple-tree laden with reddening fruit, had been beaten to the ground by the fury of the blast and the sweeping gusts of rain. Only now, towards late afternoon, were the sullen skies beginning to clear. The sea still lashed the rocks with angry thuds of passion, but the strength of the wind was gradually sinking into a mere breeze, and a warm saffron light in the west showed where the sun, obscured for so many hours, was about to hide his glowing face altogether for the night, behind the black vizor of our upward-moving earth.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows the adventure of a family who have taken up residence in a remote part of the country for the summer. Lionel, the eleven-year-old son, studies diligently under the supervision of a tutor, but he is clever enough to realize that some of what he is being taught is simply rote learning. Despite his intelligence and curiosity, Lionel is shy and spends most of his time alone, apart from the household staff and his tutor. When his tutor receives disappointing news and leaves abruptly, Lionel decides to seize his newfound freedom and run away for the day. His small adventure leads to chance meetings and his young, thoughtful mind wrestles with the bigger questions of life and the universe. The author of this beautifully crafted book explores the complexities of growing up, while observing the strengths and weaknesses of both parents and educators as they try to guide children and shape their development. Ultimately, this is a thought-provoking, yet entertaining read that will appeal to a wide range of audiences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781451018752_0
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