Whispering Smith by Frank H. Spearman
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Author | Spearman, Frank H. (Frank Hamilton), 1859-1937 |
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Illustrator | Wyeth, N. C. (Newell Convers), 1882-1945 |
LoC No. | 06031385 |
Title | Whispering Smith |
Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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Summary | "Whispering Smith" by Frank H. Spearman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the rugged landscape of the American West and revolves around the world of railroad workers and the challenges they face. The main character, Murray Sinclair, is a skilled wrecking boss who has a strong and complex personality, leading to conflicts with his superiors and fellow workers. The opening of the book introduces the aftermath of a train wreck at Smoky Creek, where we meet Sinclair overseeing the wrecking train. This segment establishes Sinclair's authoritative yet rough nature as he directs the efforts to handle the wreckage while displaying indifference towards a dying tramp caught in the chaos. The narrative captures the urgency of the scene with vivid descriptions of the men and machinery working to clear the wreck, highlighting Sinclair's prowess and leadership in a high-pressure situation. This beginning sets the stage for exploring themes of power, loyalty, and the harsh realities of working life in the railroads, laying a foundation for the unfolding drama and character interactions in the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | Western stories |
Subject | Railroad stories |
Subject | Railroad police -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction |
Subject | Detectives -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 29572 |
Release Date | Aug 2, 2009 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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