Sandburrs by Alfred Henry Lewis
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"Sandburrs" by Alfred Henry Lewis is a collection of sketches written in the late 19th century. The work features various characters and vignettes that capture the life and strife of individuals in a gritty urban environment, particularly focusing on the struggles of those in the lower social strata, along with elements of humor and tragedy. The opening of "Sandburrs" introduces readers to Martin, a barkeeper who is associated with the world of
dog fighting. As Martin prepares to pit his bull terrier, Spot, against another dog named Pincher, the narrative vividly depicts the anticipation of the fight and the peculiar camaraderie between Martin and his dog. The prose showcases a blend of excitement and brutality inherent in the dog-fighting scene, emphasizing the deep connections between the characters and their circumstances. The sketches set the tone for exploring complex human emotions and societal challenges through a series of gripping, sometimes darkly humorous tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lewis, Alfred Henry, 1857-1914 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Luks, George Benjamin, 1867-1933 |
| Illustrator | Taylor, Horace, 1864-1921 |
| Title | Sandburrs |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 90.4 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Humorous stories, American |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | Cowboys -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ranch life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Arizona -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51981 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 823 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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