Wylder's Hand by J. Sheridan LeFanu, Fiction, Literary

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The narrative reflects on the passage of time through the lens of a nostalgic journey back to a childhood town. The protagonist observes familiar yet changed landmarks, such as the old tower and the once-grand "Brandon Arms," now diminished in stature. As memories flood back, the protagonist grapples with the swift passage of years, contemplating the vastness of time from different ages. This introspective journey evokes themes of memory, change, and the fleeting nature of life, highlighting how perceptions shift with age.