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Title: Mixed Grill
Note: Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Third person singular -- A benevolent character -- The wonderful start -- Slow recovery -- Loose cash -- Price of James McWinter -- A case of suspicion -- Question of temperature -- Foreign affairs -- Before lunch -- Counter attractions -- Hero of Hammerton Street -- Damages for libel -- The rest cure -- Reward for courage.
Credits: This etext was transcribed by Les Bowler
Summary: "Mixed Grill" by W. Pett Ridge is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative appears to explore the intricacies of social interactions, family dynamics, and societal expectations, centering around a cast of characters connected through gatherings, entertainment, and conversations. At the start of the story, we are introduced to a young character meeting Mr. Cartwright at a party, where the charming adult engages the children with conjuring tricks and songs. As the protagonist tries to introduce Mr. Cartwright to his family, we see glimpses of family life, particularly the child's relationship with his somewhat overbearing mother. The narrative hints at a deeper exploration of relationships and the complexities that come with them, such as Mr. Cartwright's mysterious past and the social dynamics that unfold in this setting. Together with light humor and observational insights, the opening portion sets the stage for broader themes of friendship, nostalgia, and personal growth amidst life's lighter moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ridge, W. Pett (William Pett), 1859-1930
EBook No.: 57704
Published: Aug 16, 2018
Downloads: 31
Language: English
Subject: Short stories, English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Subject: English fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Mixed Grill
Note: Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents: Third person singular -- A benevolent character -- The wonderful start -- Slow recovery -- Loose cash -- Price of James McWinter -- A case of suspicion -- Question of temperature -- Foreign affairs -- Before lunch -- Counter attractions -- Hero of Hammerton Street -- Damages for libel -- The rest cure -- Reward for courage.
Credits: This etext was transcribed by Les Bowler
Summary: "Mixed Grill" by W. Pett Ridge is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative appears to explore the intricacies of social interactions, family dynamics, and societal expectations, centering around a cast of characters connected through gatherings, entertainment, and conversations. At the start of the story, we are introduced to a young character meeting Mr. Cartwright at a party, where the charming adult engages the children with conjuring tricks and songs. As the protagonist tries to introduce Mr. Cartwright to his family, we see glimpses of family life, particularly the child's relationship with his somewhat overbearing mother. The narrative hints at a deeper exploration of relationships and the complexities that come with them, such as Mr. Cartwright's mysterious past and the social dynamics that unfold in this setting. Together with light humor and observational insights, the opening portion sets the stage for broader themes of friendship, nostalgia, and personal growth amidst life's lighter moments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ridge, W. Pett (William Pett), 1859-1930
EBook No.: 57704
Published: Aug 16, 2018
Downloads: 31
Language: English
Subject: Short stories, English
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Subject: English fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.