| Author |
Anonymous |
| Title |
The Life and Death of Tom Careless
to which is added, The History of Will Worthy & Nancy Wilmot
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
|
| Credits |
Transcribed from the nineteenth century J. and C. Evans edition by David Price
|
| Summary |
"The Life and Death of Tom Careless" by Anonymous is a moralistic narrative poem written in the 19th century, likely during the Victorian era. The book serves as a cautionary tale, illustrating the consequences of a life led by folly and vice. It intertwines themes of regret, the fleeting nature of joy, and the urgent call for redemption. In the poem, Tom Careless is introduced as a jovial carpenter whose love for merriment leads him to neglect the deeper values of life. As he faces a fatal illness, the lightheartedness of his past transforms into a harrowing confrontation with his conscience and the reality of impending death. The story unfolds with Tom reflecting on his sinful life and ultimately succumbing to despair, leaving a poignant message about the importance of acknowledging one's vices. The latter part of the book includes "The History of Will Worthy and Nancy Wilmot," which recounts the tragic romance between Will and Nancy, culminating in her sudden death shortly after their marriage. This segment emphasizes the need for spiritual awakening and the hope for salvation, framing life's transient joys in the context of eternal consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
|
| Subject |
Christian poetry
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62161 |
| Release Date |
May 17, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
