Famous stories from foreign countries by Edna Worthley Underwood
"Famous Stories from Foreign Countries" by Edna Worthley Underwood is a collection of translated tales written in the early 20th century. This anthology features stories from various international authors, weaving narratives that showcase the cultural richness and unique flavors of their respective regions. Through these stories, Underwood aims to introduce readers to diverse perspectives and morals found in folklore and literature from around the world. The opening of the collection presents a
variety of authors and their contributions, setting a tone for the eclectic mix of tales to come. Among the initial pieces is "The Little Blanchefleure," a story about a charming Marquise in 18th-century France, highlighting her allure and the complexities of love in a world on the brink of revolution. It interweaves themes of nobility, beauty, and social change, as characters confront the shifting tides of history and personal desires. This introduction provides a glimpse into the fascinating narratives that follow, inviting readers to explore rich, imaginative worlds and the lessons they hold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Translator | Underwood, Edna Worthley, 1873-1961 |
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| LoC No. | 22002864 |
| Title | Famous stories from foreign countries |
| Original Publication | Boston: The Four seas company, 1921. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The little Blanchefleure, by Rudolf Hans Bartsch -- The exchange, by Svatopluk Čech -- Chai, by A. Aharonean -- In prison, by Awetis Aharonean -- The elopement, by Alexander Petőfi -- Saidjah, by Multatuli -- Abisag, by Jaroslav Vrchlický -- The king's clothes, by Koloman Mikszáth -- When the bright nights were, by Petri Rosegger -- The point of view, by Alexander L. Kielland -- My traveling companion, by Pietari Päivärinta. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75466 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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