I'm not familiar with which one of John Cowper Powys' novels was his last. There could be many works in his bibliography and without further research, it's not possible to name it.
John Cowper Powys' last novel could potentially be a culmination of all his literary ideas throughout his career. It might have contained his final thoughts on themes like the power of the subconscious, the role of the individual in society, and the mysteries of existence. However, without knowing the exact title, it's hard to be more precise. Maybe it had a more retrospective tone, looking back at the characters and places he had created in his earlier works.
In 'Star of the East A Lady Emily Christmas Story', the Star of the East is likely a crucial element. It may have a special significance, like leading Lady Emily to a particular place or event. Lady Emily is obviously important as the main character. Her character traits and her reactions to the events around Christmas time are key. Also, the Christmas setting brings in elements like Christmas traditions, decorations, and the general spirit of the holiday which are all integral parts of the story.
I'm not very familiar with this specific 'Star of the East A Lady Emily Christmas Story'. It might be a relatively unknown or a local story. It could potentially be about a lady named Emily and how she experiences Christmas in the context of the 'Star of the East', perhaps it has religious undertones related to the Star of Bethlehem.
I'm not very familiar with this specific 'A Lady Emily Christmas Story'. It might be a relatively unknown or a local story. It could be about Lady Emily's experiences during Christmas on that silent night, perhaps involving some heartwarming or magical elements related to the Christmas spirit.
The lamb in the story has multiple significances. Firstly, it is a literal object, which is used as the murder weapon. Secondly, it represents Mary's innocence in a way at the start. Just as a lamb is often seen as a symbol of meekness and innocence, Mary was like that before her husband's news. But then it becomes a tool for her to commit a crime, which is a kind of ironic twist on the traditional symbol of the lamb.
It might also be a symbol of power or control. If a character has control over the leg of lamb, whether it's in terms of cooking it, serving it, or using it in some other way, it could show their position in the family or social hierarchy within the story. For instance, if a mother is in charge of cooking the leg of lamb, it could show her role as the provider and caregiver in the family. Moreover, if the leg of lamb is stolen or fought over, it would further emphasize its value as a symbol of power.
In a more light - hearted scenario, Emily could be a mischievous pet, like a cat or a dog that has run away, and the 'catching Emily' part is all about the family trying to bring their beloved pet back home.