Children of the Whirlwind
- Approximate level
- B1
- Length
- 100,646 words
- Reading time
- 8 h 23 min
- Chapters
- 37
- Language
- English
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2002
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This novel follows the lives of two individuals, Maggie Carlisle and Larry Brainard, as they navigate the difficult environment of an early twentieth century urban neighborhood. The writing style reflects the period, featuring descriptive language and complex sentence structures that may challenge a learner. The story explores themes of social struggle, personal transformation, and the hidden potential within seemingly ordinary lives. You will encounter varied vocabulary related to city life and human character, providing a steady exercise for your reading comprehension skills.
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Subjects
- Love stories
- Criminals -- Fiction
- Ex-convicts -- Fiction
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