| Author |
Chaplin, Heman White, 1847-1924 |
| Title |
Five Hundred Dollars
First published in the "Century Magazine"
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Five Hundred Dollars" by Heman White Chaplin is a short story written during the late 19th century. This narrative explores themes of family, responsibility, and moral dilemmas as it revolves around the lives of several characters in a seaside New England village. The main topic delves into the consequences of choices made based on societal expectations and personal desires. The story follows David Prince, a seaman who returns home after a long whaling voyage with five hundred dollars to his name. However, he inadvertently loses the money, leading to a variety of reactions from family and friends. Throughout the narrative, David's wife Delia maintains a courageous spirit as they contemplate their future amidst the turmoil of financial insecurity. The storyline takes a twist when David's friend Calvin Green confesses to stealing the lost wallet, yet in a surprising turn, David chooses to forgive him, demonstrating profound themes of integrity, compassion, and the complexities of human relationships. The tale ultimately reflects on the inherent goodness in people, despite the challenges they face, and the true value of trust and family bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23006 |
| Release Date |
Oct 12, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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