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Old Duncan grasps his son's arm and quickens his pace, though already breathing hard from their walk along that path near the sea. At the same time Mrs. Catanach comes gliding along the grass by the side of the road, noiseless as an adder. Wearing black silk... Read Full Overview

. . ..but her black eyebrows gloom ominously and an evil smile shadows about the corners of her mouth as she passes father and son -- without taking the least notice of them. "I'm telling you, Malcolm," says Duncan, shuddering. "Beware that woman -- for she's... Read Full Overview

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MacDonald's tale of love, redemption, and spiritual growth follows the journey of a young man named Malcolm as he seeks to make a new life for himself after a series of personal tragedies. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including a mysterious beggar,... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview