Paul the Minstrel and Other Stories by Arthur Christopher Benson

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Author Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925
Title Paul the Minstrel and Other Stories
Reprinted from The Hill of Trouble and The Isles of Sunset
Note Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Paul the minstrel -- The Isles of Sunset -- The waving of the sword -- Renatus -- The Slype House -- Out of the sea -- The troth of the sword -- The Hill of Trouble -- The gray cat -- The Red Camp -- The light of the body -- The snake, the leper, and the grey frost -- Brother Robert -- The closed window -- The brothers -- The Temple of Death -- The tomb of Heiri -- Cerda -- Linus.
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Summary "Paul the Minstrel and Other Stories" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The initial tale, "Paul the Minstrel," follows the journey of a young boy named Paul who, raised in a tranquil environment by Mistress Alison, discovers his passion for music and the complexities of human feelings as he grows older. The opening of the story paints a vivid picture of Paul's idyllic childhood in the House of Heritage, where he is surrounded by the beauty of nature and a simple, loving household. As Paul matures, he begins to grapple with feelings of longing and desire, leading him to seek out a deep connection through music and friendship. His encounter with the minstrel Mark sets the stage for his artistic journey, and Paul's innocent heart is soon captivated by the sounds of the world, the allure of creativity, and the enchanting presence of a maiden, Margaret, which complicates his pursuits. This beginning establishes a rich backdrop that weaves together themes of innocence, artistic aspiration, and the bittersweet nature of love, inviting readers into a captivating narrative journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
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EBook-No. 21536
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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