Auld Licht Idyls

Autor*innen

• J. M. Barrie

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• 102 Seiten
• 4 Lesestunden

• 19. Jahrhundert
• Belletristik
• Geschichte
• Klassiker

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The narrative explores the quirky traditions of the Auld Lichts surrounding weddings, particularly the significance of Fridays as an auspicious day for marriage. Betsy Munn's brother, Jamie, attempts to break this norm by planning a wedding earlier in the week, while a foreigner stirs controversy by claiming Friday is unlucky. The local minister skillfully diffuses the tension by sharing his own experience of marrying on a Friday, reinforcing the community's customs and beliefs. The story highlights themes of tradition, community dynamics, and the humorous challenges of adhering to societal norms.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Einband: Hardcover