Shaming the Speed Limit by Burt L. Standish
"Shaming the Speed Limit" by Burt L. Standish is a romantic story that likely falls into the genre of early 20th-century fiction. Written during the early 1910s, the narrative explores themes of love, bravery, and societal norms surrounding automobiles and speed limits in a small town. The plot revolves around the escapades of a young woman named Bessie Wiggin and a handsome stranger, highlighting the clash between traditional values and the emerging
automobile culture of that era. The story begins with Bessie, the daughter of a strict judge, seeking quietude to read her romance novels in a secluded spot. She unexpectedly encounters a dashing young man, George, who is initially panicked by her dog. Although their meeting ignites a humorous and tense situation, the tone shifts dramatically when danger arrives in the form of a menacing bull. As George bravely protects Bessie, their relationship deepens amidst the chaos. Subsequent events reveal both a critique of the strict speed regulations enforced by Bessie's father and a progressive turn when love triumphs, as George seeks Bessie's hand in marriage after saving her father from drowning in a river. The story ultimately weaves together romance, adventure, and a lighthearted examination of authority and modernity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Standish, Burt L., 1866-1945 |
|---|---|
| Title | Shaming the Speed Limit |
| Original Publication | United States: Street and Smith, 1915. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Automobile driving -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65914 |
| Release Date | Jul 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 295 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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