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Set in the early 20th century, this story follows a boy named Clothilde who, after his father returns from World War I disfigured and emotionally distant, finds solace and understanding in the natural world around his family's Maine coastal home. The narrative weaves together his observations of the changing seasons, a mysterious tree, and his interactions with family members, gradually revealing deeper truths about resilience, loss, and the healing power of the environment.
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