The perverse Erse by Adrien Coblentz

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Author Coblentz, Adrien
Title The perverse Erse
Original Publication United States: Great American Publications, Inc., 1960.
Note Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Perverse Erse" by Adrien Coblentz is a short story published in the early 1960s, found in the March issue of Fantastic Universe. This piece falls within the science fiction genre, intertwining elements of folklore and cultural anthropology. The story revolves around the quirky yet poignant theme of leprechauns, exploring the impact of revealing an unusual truth about these mythical figures. The narrative centers on Professor Paul Corscadden, an anthropologist who recounts a troubling encounter during his research in Ireland. After capturing a leprechaun, he is faced with a shocking revelation when he brings the creature into the light—its skin is a brilliant shade of orange. This discovery leads Corscadden into a moral quandary as he contemplates the repercussions of publicizing such a truth, which could devastate the cultural perception of leprechauns among the Irish people. In a blend of humor and tragedy, the story highlights the fragile nature of folklore and identity, leaving the audience pondering the price of truth in relation to cultural legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Ireland -- Fiction
Subject Irish Americans -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 70146
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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