The Dark Star by Robert W. Chambers

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Author Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William), 1865-1933
Illustrator Stevens, William Dodge, 1870-1942
Title The Dark Star
Note Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Dark Star" by Robert W. Chambers is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative seems to explore themes of destiny, darkness, and the intertwining of lives under the influence of the mythical Dark Star, Erlik, suggesting a connection to chaos and turmoil. As the story opens, various characters, including a little girl named Ruhannah and a boy named Jim Neeland, are introduced, each touched by this overarching force, hinting at their intertwined fates. At the start of the novel, the focus is on Ruhannah, a curious child fascinated by her father's stories and the mysterious contents of a wonder-box belonging to a deceased character, Herr Wilner. As she peruses the box, she finds objects like old military revolvers and a menacing bronze figure of Erlik, representing chaos and conflict. The narrative also introduces her father, a missionary, who recounts his past experiences in Turkey, saving her from the grim realities of their history while subtly foreshadowing the darker elements that converge on their lives. Meanwhile, Jim Neeland is depicted as he engages with the natural world around him, and their lives demonstrate the hints of a fate dictated by the lingering shadows of the Dark Star, setting the stage for a tale rich with intrigue, historical tension, and personal development. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Spy stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 28440
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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