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At Pinney's Ranch 1898

By Edward Bellamy

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"At Pinney's Ranch" by Edward Bellamy is a novel written in the late 19th century, specifically in 1898. The book explores themes of love, misundersta...

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"At Pinney's Ranch" by Edward Bellamy is a novel written in the late 19th century, specifically in 1898. The book explores themes of love, misunderstanding, and the extraordinary connection between two people through the lens of both mental and emotional experiences. This tale reveals how fate and circumstance can deeply affect relationships, particularly under devastating pressures. The story unfolds with John Lansing, who finds himself in deep trouble after being wrongfully implicated in the murder of Austin Flint, a man with whom he had a prior altercation. Fleeing to the West to escape the wrongful accusation, Lansing spends three years building a new life, always haunted by memories of his wife, Mary, and their children. As he prepares to return home, he learns that Mary has decided to remarry out of necessity for their children, prompting him to make a desperate mental effort to reach her from afar during the wedding ceremony. In a gripping climax, his willpower seemingly influences Mary at the critical moment, leading her to halt the marriage. The novel intricately addresses the power of love, the impact of societal pressures, and the supernatural connection between the couple that transcends physical distance. Ultimately, Bellamy leaves the explanation of their extraordinary connection open to interpretation, adding depth to the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Edward Bellamy was an American author, journalist, and political activist most famous for his utopian novel Looking Backward. Bellamy's vision of a harmonious future world inspired the formation of numerous "Nationalist Clubs" dedicated to the propagation of his political ideas.

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