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Title: The gnome's gneiss

Original Publication: United States: Better Publications, Inc.,1952.

Note: Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "The Gnome's Gneiss" by Kendell Foster Crossen is a fantasy novelet written in the early 1950s. Set against the backdrop of an increasingly anxious post-World War II America, the narrative intertwines elements of mythology with humor, exploring themes of belief and diplomacy in a whimsical world where the Little People, such as gnomes and fairies, exist alongside humans. The story primarily revolves around the protagonist, Kevan MacGreene, who finds himself entangled in a fantastical adventure following his unexpected job with Troubleshooters, Inc. In this tale, Kevan, after receiving a draft rejection due to his admission of hearing voices, is employed by a quirky organization that resolves issues between mortals and magical beings. His first assignment leads him into the enchanting realm of the Little People, where an irate gnome named Alviss seeks revenge for a destroyed piece of his art—a gneiss he believes is vital to his honor. Alviss demands the return of Thrud, the daughter of Thor, as compensation to avert chaos that could threaten both their worlds. As Kevan navigates through various challenges, including persuading gods and resolving conflicts, he mingles with characters like Loki and finds a way to restore peace to the realm while uncovering deeper connections with his own reality. The adventure culminates in an unexpected twist, leaving Kevan with not only a fortune but a chance at romantic fulfillment as well. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Crossen, Kendell Foster, 1910-1981

Illustrator: Schomburg, Alex, 1905-1998

EBook No.: 68892

Published: Sep 1, 2022

Downloads: 88

Language: English

Subject: Fantasy fiction

Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction

Subject: Irish Americans -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:68892:2 2022-09-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Schomburg, Alex Crossen, Kendell Foster en 1
2024-11-05T16:45:08Z The gnome's gneiss

This edition has images.

Title: The gnome's gneiss

Original Publication: United States: Better Publications, Inc.,1952.

Note: Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "The Gnome's Gneiss" by Kendell Foster Crossen is a fantasy novelet written in the early 1950s. Set against the backdrop of an increasingly anxious post-World War II America, the narrative intertwines elements of mythology with humor, exploring themes of belief and diplomacy in a whimsical world where the Little People, such as gnomes and fairies, exist alongside humans. The story primarily revolves around the protagonist, Kevan MacGreene, who finds himself entangled in a fantastical adventure following his unexpected job with Troubleshooters, Inc. In this tale, Kevan, after receiving a draft rejection due to his admission of hearing voices, is employed by a quirky organization that resolves issues between mortals and magical beings. His first assignment leads him into the enchanting realm of the Little People, where an irate gnome named Alviss seeks revenge for a destroyed piece of his art—a gneiss he believes is vital to his honor. Alviss demands the return of Thrud, the daughter of Thor, as compensation to avert chaos that could threaten both their worlds. As Kevan navigates through various challenges, including persuading gods and resolving conflicts, he mingles with characters like Loki and finds a way to restore peace to the realm while uncovering deeper connections with his own reality. The adventure culminates in an unexpected twist, leaving Kevan with not only a fortune but a chance at romantic fulfillment as well. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Crossen, Kendell Foster, 1910-1981

Illustrator: Schomburg, Alex, 1905-1998

EBook No.: 68892

Published: Sep 1, 2022

Downloads: 88

Language: English

Subject: Fantasy fiction

Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction

Subject: Irish Americans -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:68892:3 2022-09-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Schomburg, Alex Crossen, Kendell Foster en 1