How The Raven Died by Alfred Henry Lewis

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Author Lewis, Alfred Henry, 1857-1914
Title How The Raven Died
1902, From "Wolfville Nights"
Note Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "How The Raven Died" by Alfred Henry Lewis is a short story that is part of the collection "Wolfville Nights," written in the early 20th century. This fictional narrative delves into themes surrounding Native American culture, morality, and the consequences of curiosity, as presented through the legend of the Raven. The story is set in a Western frontier setting, reflecting the era's exploration and understanding of indigenous peoples. In this tale, the Old Cattleman recounts a story told by Sioux Sam, a scout who narrates the fate of Kaw-kaw-chee, a Sioux chief known as the Raven. The plot unfolds as the Raven's insatiable curiosity leads to tragic consequences for himself and others. After a series of events triggered by the discovery of a cask of firewater, which leads to the death of many young men, the Raven seeks to understand their demise. His quest for knowledge ultimately brings about the ruin not only of his people but also of himself, culminating in his twisted death due to the very powder he distributed. The narrative conveys a moral lesson about the dangers of excessive curiosity, concluding that the Raven's downfall was a direct result of asking too many questions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 23173
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 6, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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