Stand Pat; Or, Poker Stories from the Mississippi by David A. Curtis
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| Author | Curtis, David A., 1846-1923 |
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| Illustrator | Roth, Henry |
| Title | Stand Pat; Or, Poker Stories from the Mississippi |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | A new poker deck -- Three kings -- Finish of the one-eyed man -- Looking for Gallagher -- Stumpy's dilemma -- Gallagher's return -- Gallagher stripped -- A trial of skill -- A social call -- Stumpy violates etiquette -- The new poker rule made in Arkansas -- A stranger and fond of poker -- On hand just once -- It was a great deal -- He sat in with a V -- His queer system -- An extra ace -- Played by the book -- Only one sure way to win -- Kenney's royal flush. |
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| Summary | "Stand Pat; Or, Poker Stories from the Mississippi" by David A. Curtis is a collection of fictional tales written in the early 20th century. The book primarily revolves around the gambling culture along the Mississippi River, with a particular emphasis on poker games. The characters include Long Mike, the wealthy and influential figure in the town of Brownsville, as well as Gallagher, his foreman, and a cast of colorful local personalities who partake in the highs and lows of poker. The opening of this work introduces readers to the town of Brownsville, where the local men gather at a barroom to play poker while awaiting the arrival of a riverboat. Characters like Long Mike and the one-eyed man engage in spirited games often filled with witty banter and competitive tension. The narrative highlights the comedic absurdity of their interactions, including an incident where a new deck of cards leads to an unexpected poker hand. The story sets the stage for a lively exploration of poker culture and the eccentric behaviors of its characters, establishing a firm foundation for the tales to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | Poker players -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51760 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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