| Author |
Crane, Stephen, 1871-1900 |
| Illustrator |
Newell, Peter, 1862-1924 |
| Title |
Whilomville Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The angel child -- Lynx-hunting -- The lover and the telltale -- "Showin' off" -- Making an orator -- Shame -- The carriage-lamps -- The knife -- The stove -- The trial, execution and burial of Homer Phelps -- The fight -- The city urchin and the chaste villagers -- A little pilgrimage.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Bruce Albrecht, Matthew Wheaton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Whilomville Stories" by Stephen Crane is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories revolve around the lives of children in a small town called Whilomville, exploring their adventures, friendships, and the complexities of childhood. The main characters include Jimmie Trescott and Cora, known as the angel child, as they navigate their experiences with innocence, mischief, and social dynamics among their peers. The opening of "Whilomville Stories" introduces readers to the quaint town of Whilomville during summer, when city visitors arrive, marking a pivotal time for the local children. Among them is the Trescott family, who host guests, including their daughter, Cora, who quickly becomes the center of attention among the local children due to her commanding personality and her father's indulgence. The stories detail their playful yet tumultuous adventures, such as a chaotic birthday celebration, a fateful trip to the candy shop, and the ensuing fallout when their impulsive choices lead to unforeseen consequences, setting the tone for the humorous yet poignant reflections on childhood. (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 |
Short stories, American
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
39644 |
| Release Date |
May 7, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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