Stories of a Western Town by Octave Thanet

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Author Thanet, Octave, 1850-1934
Title Stories of a Western Town
Note Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The besetment of Kurt Lieders -- The face of failure -- Tommy and Thomas -- Mother Emeritus -- An assisted providence -- Harry Lossing.
Credits Produced by Judy Boss, and David Widger
Summary "Stories of a Western Town" by Octave Thanet is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives take place in a small Western town and revolve around various characters and their everyday lives, exploring themes such as personal struggles, human relationships, and social dynamics. The first story introduces us to Kurt Lieders, an aging cabinetmaker dealing with existential despair and the impact of his life choices on his wife, Thekla. The opening of the book presents a poignant scene where Thekla Lieders rushes anxiously to seek help for her husband, who has attempted suicide yet again. As she arrives at the home of Mrs. Olsen, Thekla's emotional turmoil is palpable, revealing the tension in her marriage. Through vivid descriptions and dialogues, we learn about Kurt's struggles with his craft, his relationships with younger workers, and the deep sense of loss he experiences following the death of his mentor. This heartbreaking situation sets the stage for themes of mental health, companionship, and the quest for redemption that continue throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2949
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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