The Song of the Lark

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The Song of the Lark

by Willa Cather

EN·~14 hours·70 chapters

Chapters

70 total
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![[Illustration]](https://www.gutenberg.org/images/cover.jpg)

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THE SONG OF THE LARK - By Willa Cather - (1915 edition)

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PART I. FRIENDS OF CHILDHOOD

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I

14:55
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II

12:00
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III

7:07
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IV

17:35
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V

11:58
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VI

16:19
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VII

19:14

Description

In the quiet town of Moonstone, a bright‑eyed girl grows up amid dusty streets, snow‑capped hills and a close‑knit circle of childhood friends. She discovers an uncanny love for song while listening to the wind over the prairie, and her natural talent catches the eye of a local doctor whose curiosity matches his meticulous nature. The early chapters paint a vivid portrait of a community that both nurtures and limits her aspirations, laying the groundwork for a deeper yearning that reaches far beyond the town’s borders.

As she moves from the safety of familiar faces to the uncertain world of a distant conservatory, the narrative follows her relentless pursuit of a voice that can rise above the ordinary. Along the way, mentors in unlikely places—physicians, musicians, and strangers—offer guidance that is as practical as it is inspirational. The story balances the stark beauty of the Colorado landscape with the delicate art of singing, inviting listeners to experience a journey of self‑discovery that feels both personal and universal.

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Language

en

Duration

~14 hours (828K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2008-06-27

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Willa Cather

Willa Cather

1873–1947

Known for vivid novels of prairie life, this American writer turned frontier Nebraska into some of the most memorable settings in U.S. fiction. Her books, including O Pioneers! and My Ántonia, helped define how many readers imagine the Great Plains.

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