The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton by Wardon Allan Curtis
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| Author | Curtis, Wardon Allan, 1867-1940 |
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| LoC No. | 03025883 |
| Title | The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Strange Adventures of Mr. Middleton" by Wardon Allan Curtis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Mr. Edward Middleton, a young man who encounters unexpected and whimsical adventures after meeting the enigmatic Emir Achmed Ben Daoud, who introduces him to a world filled with peculiar characters and intriguing situations. The novel presents a blend of humor, fantasy, and social commentary as it explores themes of chance encounters and the adventures that come with stepping outside of one’s comfort zone. At the start of the tale, we meet Edward Middleton on a rainy night in Chicago, who seeks shelter in a mysterious shop. There, he is drawn into the world of the Emir, who becomes impressed with Middleton and offers him friendship along with gifts that lead to further escapades. Through their interactions, Middleton is given a copy of the Koran and an ornate Arabian outfit, both of which lead him into unexpected challenges and humorous situations, including a masquerade and encounters with eccentric characters that further complicate his life. This narrative sets the stage for a series of adventures where Middleton navigates the complexities of charm, wit, and the unforeseen consequences of his new connections. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | Tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27917 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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