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Title: The man with a grouch
Original Publication: New York: Street & Smith Corporation, 1929.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "The Man with a Grouch" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a novella set in the South Seas, likely written during the early 20th century. This story revolves around the themes of dissatisfaction and human nature, focusing on Christopher Flexner, a trader who has been dismissed from his position and finds himself reflecting on his life choices and circumstances as Christmas approaches in the midst of tropical beauty. The narrative follows Flexner as he navigates his emotional turmoil after losing his job while also dealing with thoughts of his home in England and the Christmas traditions he cherishes. His fortunes take a drastic turn when he unexpectedly discovers a mass of ambergris—an extremely valuable substance produced by sperm whales—while out on the sea. Though this newfound wealth could transform his circumstances, Flexner's underlying dissatisfaction continues to haunt him, highlighting a profound commentary on human nature and the paradox of finding happiness amid material success. Ultimately, the story delves into Flexner's struggle with his own grouchiness and his longing for a sense of contentment in life, regardless of the riches before him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere), 1863-1951
EBook No.: 75565
Published: Mar 8, 2025
Downloads: 644
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Islands of the Pacific -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The man with a grouch
Original Publication: New York: Street & Smith Corporation, 1929.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "The Man with a Grouch" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a novella set in the South Seas, likely written during the early 20th century. This story revolves around the themes of dissatisfaction and human nature, focusing on Christopher Flexner, a trader who has been dismissed from his position and finds himself reflecting on his life choices and circumstances as Christmas approaches in the midst of tropical beauty. The narrative follows Flexner as he navigates his emotional turmoil after losing his job while also dealing with thoughts of his home in England and the Christmas traditions he cherishes. His fortunes take a drastic turn when he unexpectedly discovers a mass of ambergris—an extremely valuable substance produced by sperm whales—while out on the sea. Though this newfound wealth could transform his circumstances, Flexner's underlying dissatisfaction continues to haunt him, highlighting a profound commentary on human nature and the paradox of finding happiness amid material success. Ultimately, the story delves into Flexner's struggle with his own grouchiness and his longing for a sense of contentment in life, regardless of the riches before him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere), 1863-1951
EBook No.: 75565
Published: Mar 8, 2025
Downloads: 644
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Islands of the Pacific -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.