The Strand Magazine, Vol. 01, Issue 02, February 1891 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Newnes, George, 1851-1910 |
| Title |
The Strand Magazine, Vol. 01, Issue 02, February 1891 An Illustrated Monthly |
| Credits |
Produced by Dianna Adair, Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Strand Magazine, Vol. 01, Issue 02, February 1891" by Various is a collection of articles, stories, and illustrations published in the late 19th century. This issue features a diverse array of topics, including fiction, commentary, and cultural commentary, reflecting the interests and values of the time. Among the contents are works such as "The Pistol Shot," where themes of honor and personal conflict unfold in a military setting, hinting at a deeper exploration of human emotions and societal expectations. The opening of the magazine begins with "The Pistol Shot," a narrative that introduces Silvio, a mysterious officer known for his outstanding skill in pistol shooting but who embodies a complex character filled with internal strife regarding honor and dueling culture. The protagonist witnesses an incident during a tense card game that challenges the honor code upheld by military officers, leading to a confrontation with serious consequences. Silvio opts for reconciliation rather than revenge, which ultimately affects his standing among his peers and leaves the narrator to grapple with his admiration for Silvio as a misunderstood figure, one whose past violence haunts him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Short stories, English -- Periodicals |
| Subject | English literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42633 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 151 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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