Tales and Fantasies by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Author Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894
Title Tales and Fantasies
Note Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The Misadventures of John Nicholson -- The Body-Snatcher -- The Story of a Lie
Credits Transcribed from the 1905 Chatto & Windus edition by David Price
Summary "Tales and Fantasies" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of fictional stories written in the late 19th century. The opening portion introduces readers to the character of John Varey Nicholson, a young man beset by his own failures and family expectations. The narrative reveals his internal struggles and societal pressures, setting the tone for themes of personal growth and moral dilemmas that will likely unfold throughout the collection. At the start of the book, we are introduced to John Nicholson, who is described as cheerful yet somewhat stupid, overshadowed by his father's ambitions and strict expectations. Dismissed early from his father's law office one Saturday, John chooses to squander his afternoon instead of fulfilling his responsibility of depositing four hundred pounds at the bank. This decision leads him into trouble, including a reckless pawn of his mother’s watch and entanglements with morally questionable friends. The chapter captures John's naïveté and conflicted desires, ultimately hinting at a series of unfortunate events that may follow as he grapples with the consequences of his poor choices amidst a backdrop of familial pressures and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 426
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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