It, and Other Stories by Gouverneur Morris
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| Author | Morris, Gouverneur, 1876-1953 |
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| Title | It, and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | It -- Two business women -- The trap -- Sapphira -- The bride's dead -- Holding hands -- The claws of the tiger -- Growing up -- The battle of Aiken -- An idyl of Pelham Bay Park -- Back there in the grass -- Asabri. |
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| Summary | "It, and Other Stories" by Gouverneur Morris is a collection of short stories likely written in the early 20th century. The opening story, titled "It," sets a mysterious and adventurous tone, as the protagonist finds himself on the desolate Prana Beach, facing the unsettling presence of a rumored god and the unknown dangers of the surrounding swamps. The protagonist is resourceful and somewhat reckless, armed with both dynamite and a gun, ready to confront whatever threats may emerge from the darkness. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the protagonist's precarious situation on Prana Beach, where he has landed after a tumultuous journey. Alone and haunted by the sounds of an unknown entity, he navigates his fears while preparing for an encounter that could determine his fate. As he sets up dynamite around his makeshift camp, he reflects on the eerie environment and the strange myths that surround the beach. The blend of adventure and suspense culminates in encounters with local characters, revealing a sense of humor in his dire predicament, eventually leading to a surprising exchange with a figure he initially perceives as a dangerous god. This gripping introduction suggests a combination of exciting storytelling and exploration of human nature often found in Morris's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27934 |
| Release Date | Jan 30, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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