Horses and Men: Tales, long and short, from our American life by Sherwood Anderson
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| Author | Anderson, Sherwood, 1876-1941 |
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| LoC No. | 24003399 |
| Title | Horses and Men: Tales, long and short, from our American life |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horses_and_Men |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Foreword -- Dreiser -- I'm a fool -- The triumph of a modern -- "Unused" -- A Chicago Hamlet -- The man who became a woman -- Milk bottles -- The sad horn blowers -- The man's story -- An Ohio pagan. |
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| Summary | "Horses and Men: Tales, long and short, from our American life" by Sherwood Anderson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of human experience, identity, and the intricacies of American life through various characters and their connections to their surroundings. The stories are likely set against the backdrop of rural and small-town America, focusing on personal struggles and social dynamics. The opening portion of the book begins with a foreword that reflects on the nature of existence and the essence of being. It introduces the author’s admiration for Theodore Dreiser and sets the tone for a range of stories that delve into life’s complexities. The first tale, "I'm a Fool," describes the experiences of a young man named who has left his home to work with racehorses and recounts a bittersweet reflection on his past as he navigates the race meet in Sandusky, Ohio. Through humorous and candid observations, he reveals his insecurities, aspirations, and the differing circumstances of his life compared to those who appear to live more conventional existences. The narrative encapsulates a sense of nostalgia, capturing the essence of youth and the harsh realizations that accompany growing up. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60097 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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