George Walker at Suez by Anthony Trollope
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| Author | Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882 |
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| Title | George Walker at Suez |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1864 Chapman and Hall “Tales of All Countries” edition by David Price |
| Summary | "George Walker at Suez" by Anthony Trollope is a travel narrative written during the mid-19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. This work chronicles the experiences of George Walker, a somewhat unremarkable Englishman, during his week-long visit to the town of Suez, Egypt. The narrative offers insights into Walker's thoughts and observations, illustrating his challenges in finding companionship and navigating the unfamiliar environment. The story begins with George Walker departing Cairo for Suez, influenced by a doctor’s recommendation for his health. He depicts Suez as an unpleasant locale, full of heat and sand, initiating a sense of longing for the comforts of home. During his time there, Walker encounters John Robinson and his family, who are traveling to Australia. After bidding farewell to them, he experiences a sense of loneliness until he is visited by an influential Arab named Mahmoud al Ackbar, who mistakenly believes Walker to be a notable figure—Sir George Walker, the new Lieutenant-Governor of Pegu. This mistaken identity leads to an elaborate invitation for Walker to partake in a picnic at the Well of Moses. However, the situation unravels in a comedic fashion as the truth of the misunderstanding is revealed, showcasing Trollope’s humorous take on social status, identity, and the complications of cross-cultural interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | British -- Egypt -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3718 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 16, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 100 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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