Thirteen Stories by R. B. Cunninghame Graham
"Thirteen Stories" by R. B. Cunninghame Graham is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories appear to draw on the author's vivid experiences in South America, exploring diverse characters and settings, often with a reflective tone on themes such as adventure and failure. At the start of the collection, the author sets a contemplative mood, discussing the nature of literature and the relationship between writers and
readers. In the preface, he emphasizes the importance of graceful introductions and the reader's journey into a story. The first story, "Cruz Alta," introduces readers to a nostalgic scene where the narrator reflects on his past experiences in a little Brazilian town. Through descriptions of the environment, the people, and their customs, he takes the reader on a journey filled with vivid memories of dialogues and interactions with unique characters. The narrator's yearning for understanding and connection emerges, hinting at a broader exploration of identity, belonging, and the passage of time throughout the subsequent tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cunninghame Graham, R. B. (Robert Bontine), 1852-1936 |
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| Title | Thirteen Stories |
| Alternate Title | 13 Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Cruz Alta -- In a German tramp -- The gold fish -- A hegira -- Sidi bu Zibbalà -- La pulperia -- Higginson's dream -- Calvary -- A pakeha -- Victory -- Rothenberger's wedding -- La Clemenza de Tito -- Sohail. |
| Credits | This eBook was transcribed by Les Bowler |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48510 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 124 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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