The Baritone's Parish; or, "All Things to All Men" by James M. Ludlow
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"The Baritone's Parish; or, 'All Things to All Men'" by James M. Ludlow is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work explores the intricate relationship between a church's pastor and its baritone singer, highlighting themes of hypocrisy, redemption, and the intersection of artistry and morality. The narrative delves into the lives of these characters as they navigate personal conflicts and societal expectations within a religious context. The story centers
around Rev. Dr. Wesley Knox and Mr. Philip Vox, a baritone with a stirring voice but an unfulfilled sense of purpose. Knox and Vox develop a bond that allows Vox to explore his discontent with the perceived disconnect between his professional singing and personal integrity. Through conversations and adverse experiences, including Vox's encounter with a troubled tenor, Charles Downs, the novel examines the complexity of human relationships and the impact of music on the human soul. Ultimately, Vox's journey leads to newfound insights and a redemptive arc for Downs as well, embodying the transformative power of compassion and understanding in the pursuit of one's true calling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ludlow, James M. (James Meeker), 1841-1932 |
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| Title | The Baritone's Parish; or, "All Things to All Men" |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christian life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Alcoholics -- Fiction |
| Subject | Clergy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Singers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59724 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59724-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 10, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 477 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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