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Title:
Smaïn; and Safti's Summer Day
1905
Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Smaïn; and Safti's Summer Day" by Robert Hichens is a narrative work likely set in the early 20th century. This book combines elements of a fictional tale with a vivid exploration of life in the Sahara Desert, conveying themes of love, longing, and the stark realities of daily existence. It offers a glimpse into the culture and rhythms of Sahara life through the eyes of its two main characters, Smaïn and Safti. The story introduces Smaïn, a young and passionate boy who expresses his love through music played on a flute, as he yearns for his beloved Oreïda. The narrative highlights Smaïn's soul through the melodies he creates, portraying an unrefined yet poignant love story set against the backdrop of the desert's beauty. Safti, a wise and practical man, serves as both a guide and a scholar of life in the Sahara, providing a stark juxtaposition to Smaïn’s romanticism. Through Safti’s account of his leisurely summer days, the reader learns about local customs and societal expectations, giving deeper insight into the simple yet profound lives of those in the Sahara. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hichens, Robert, 1864-1950
EBook No.: 23411
Published: Nov 8, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Sahara -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Smaïn; and Safti's Summer Day
1905
Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Smaïn; and Safti's Summer Day" by Robert Hichens is a narrative work likely set in the early 20th century. This book combines elements of a fictional tale with a vivid exploration of life in the Sahara Desert, conveying themes of love, longing, and the stark realities of daily existence. It offers a glimpse into the culture and rhythms of Sahara life through the eyes of its two main characters, Smaïn and Safti. The story introduces Smaïn, a young and passionate boy who expresses his love through music played on a flute, as he yearns for his beloved Oreïda. The narrative highlights Smaïn's soul through the melodies he creates, portraying an unrefined yet poignant love story set against the backdrop of the desert's beauty. Safti, a wise and practical man, serves as both a guide and a scholar of life in the Sahara, providing a stark juxtaposition to Smaïn’s romanticism. Through Safti’s account of his leisurely summer days, the reader learns about local customs and societal expectations, giving deeper insight into the simple yet profound lives of those in the Sahara. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Hichens, Robert, 1864-1950
EBook No.: 23411
Published: Nov 8, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Sahara -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.