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Title: Stories by English Authors: England
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: The box tunnel / Charles Reade -- Minions of the moon / F. W. Robinson -- The four-fifteen express / Amelia B. Edwards -- The wrong black bag / Angelo Lewis -- The three strangers / Thomas Hardy -- Mr. Lismore and the widow / Wilkie Collins -- The philosopher in the apple orchard / Anthony Hope.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks, Nicole Apostola and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Stories by English Authors: England" by Charles Reade et al. is a collection of short stories written during the mid-19th century. The anthology encompasses various narratives by notable authors of the time, showcasing themes of love, societal norms, and moral dilemmas through the lens of English life and culture. Each story presents unique characters and situations that delve into the complexities of human relationships and social interactions. The opening of the book features "The Box Tunnel" by Charles Reade, beginning with a train journey from Paddington. It introduces us to two key characters: a beautiful lady named Miss Haythorn and a charming cavalry officer, Captain Dolignan. The story captures the evolving dynamics between the passengers as they engage in flirtatious exchanges amidst the backdrop of a suspenseful train ride, particularly as the train nears the infamous Box Tunnel. Well-placed humor and tension arise when a bet is made about kissing the ladies during the dark passage, leading to an unforeseen set of events that challenge the boundaries of propriety and gentlemanly conduct. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Contributor: Reade, Charles, 1814-1884
Contributor: Collins, Wilkie, 1824-1889
Contributor: Edwards, Amelia B., 1831-1892
Contributor: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928
Contributor: Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933
Contributor: Lewis, Angelo
Contributor: Robinson, F. W. (Frederick William), 1830-1901
EBook No.: 6039
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 82
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Short stories, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Stories by English Authors: England
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents: The box tunnel / Charles Reade -- Minions of the moon / F. W. Robinson -- The four-fifteen express / Amelia B. Edwards -- The wrong black bag / Angelo Lewis -- The three strangers / Thomas Hardy -- Mr. Lismore and the widow / Wilkie Collins -- The philosopher in the apple orchard / Anthony Hope.
Credits: This eBook was produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Franks, Nicole Apostola and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Stories by English Authors: England" by Charles Reade et al. is a collection of short stories written during the mid-19th century. The anthology encompasses various narratives by notable authors of the time, showcasing themes of love, societal norms, and moral dilemmas through the lens of English life and culture. Each story presents unique characters and situations that delve into the complexities of human relationships and social interactions. The opening of the book features "The Box Tunnel" by Charles Reade, beginning with a train journey from Paddington. It introduces us to two key characters: a beautiful lady named Miss Haythorn and a charming cavalry officer, Captain Dolignan. The story captures the evolving dynamics between the passengers as they engage in flirtatious exchanges amidst the backdrop of a suspenseful train ride, particularly as the train nears the infamous Box Tunnel. Well-placed humor and tension arise when a bet is made about kissing the ladies during the dark passage, leading to an unforeseen set of events that challenge the boundaries of propriety and gentlemanly conduct. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Contributor: Reade, Charles, 1814-1884
Contributor: Collins, Wilkie, 1824-1889
Contributor: Edwards, Amelia B., 1831-1892
Contributor: Hardy, Thomas, 1840-1928
Contributor: Hope, Anthony, 1863-1933
Contributor: Lewis, Angelo
Contributor: Robinson, F. W. (Frederick William), 1830-1901
EBook No.: 6039
Published: Jul 1, 2004
Downloads: 82
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: Short stories, English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.