The Wall Between

Sara Ware BassettProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.3

Word count: 308K words
Chapters: 31

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Wall Between by Sara Ware BassettAuthor: Bassett, Sara Ware, 1872-1968,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Dec 9, 2008

Editor's review

The Wall Between is a novel by the American writer Sara Ware Bassett (1872–1968), made available as a free eBook by Project Gutenberg. Bassett was known for her gentle, finely observed portrayals of everyday life and human relationships in small New England towns, and this book likewise revolves around the barriers between people and the understanding that may overcome them; the "wall" of the title may be a physical one or a metaphor for psychological and interpersonal divides. The prose is plain and the pacing unhurried, making it a good introduction to early twentieth-century American popular fiction and a suitable title for extensive reading by English learners. Readers might note the regional flavor and period expressions in the dialogue, and observe how the author uses everyday incidents to bring about emotional turns. As a public-domain eBook it is easy to obtain and read at any time, especially in short stretches on a commute or before sleep.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Literature lovers curious about early twentieth-century American popular fiction
English learners seeking public-domain originals for extensive reading practice
Readers who prefer small-town settings and a gentle narrative pace
Students who need free eBook resources for outside reading

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking strong plotting, fast pacing, or suspenseful twists
Readers looking for contemporary subjects or experimental writing
Beginners with significant difficulty reading English originals and no annotations to help

Reading tips

Read one chapter first to gauge the language difficulty, then decide whether to read closely or extensively.
Keep pen and paper to note character relationships and keep the town's ensemble cast straight.
When you meet period expressions, guess the meaning first and check after finishing the passage.
Read alongside other works by the author to appreciate her style.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book the original English edition, and how difficult is it to read?

This is the original English eBook provided by Project Gutenberg. The language is generally plain with short sentences, in the popular-fiction range. An intermediate level of English is enough to attempt it; infer unfamiliar words from context rather than looking up every one.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

Project Gutenberg is one of the earliest projects to offer free eBooks, founded by Michael Hart in 1971. This edition is a public-domain electronic text, easy to obtain free of charge and to read across devices, but it usually comes without modern notes or an introduction.

What does the "wall" in the title refer to?

The materials give no specific plot description, so it cannot be pinpointed. Given Bassett's usual small-town subjects, the "wall" may be understood as a physical scene or as a metaphor for human estrangement. While reading, watch how the author uses this image to develop the characters' relationships.

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About the author

Sara Ware Bassett Author · American · 1872–1968

Sara Ware Bassett (1872–1968) was an American author born in Newton, Massachusetts, in 1872. She taught kindergarten in public schools before beginning her writing career in 1907. Her novels are mostly set in small-town New England life, with a warm and everyday atmosphere. In addition to more than forty novels, she wrote informational books for young readers, telling the stories behind crafts and inventions such as sugar, glass, porcelain, printing, the steam engine, and wireless communication. Representative works include The Story of Sugar, The Story of Glass, and The Story of Porcelain, as well as Christopher and the Clockmakers, Steve and the Steam Engine, Paul and the Printing Press, and Walter and the Wireless. These books combine instruction with narrative interest, helping young readers understand technological change through the experiences of their characters. Public information on the details of her early education and writing career is limited.