Solander's Radio Tomb by Ellis Parker Butler

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Author Butler, Ellis Parker, 1869-1937
Title Solander's Radio Tomb
Note Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Solander's Radio Tomb" by Ellis Parker Butler is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the eccentric Remington Solander, a wealthy man with a peculiar desire to immortalize his beliefs through a unique burial arrangement that includes a radio broadcasting tomb. The story weaves themes of ambition, mortality, and the convoluted relationship between technology and human desires. In the tale, the protagonist, a lawyer and cemetery trustee, becomes entangled in Solander's plans after the millionaire decides to leave a significant sum to create a tomb equipped with a radio loudspeaker, broadcasting uplifting content from his extensive collection of religious materials. Initially, the plan garners public interest and success, transforming the cemetery into a sought-after location. However, when government regulations change the radio frequencies, the tomb inadvertently begins broadcasting light-hearted and comedic programs instead of the intended solemn content. This twist leads to chaos and eventually results in the cemetery becoming deserted, leaving only Solander's tomb behind. The story encapsulates thematic elements of irony and the unforeseen consequences of human ingenuity intertwined with mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Radio broadcasting -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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