| Author |
Nye, Bill, 1850-1896 |
| Title |
A Guest at the Ludlow, and Other Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
A guest at the Ludlow -- Old Polka Dot's daughter -- A great cerebrator -- Hints for the household -- A journey westward -- A prophet and a Piute -- The Sabbath of a great author -- A flyer in dirt -- A singular "Hamlet" -- My matrmonial bureau -- The hateful hen -- As a candidate -- Summer boarders and others -- Three open letters -- The dubious future -- Earning a reward -- A plea for justice -- Grains of truth -- A scamper through the park -- Hints to the traveler -- A medieval discoverer -- How to pick out a birthplace -- On Broadway -- My trip to Dixie -- The thought clothier -- A rubber esophagus -- Advice to a son -- The automatic bell boy.
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| Credits |
Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"A Guest at the Ludlow, and Other Stories" by Edgar Wilson Nye is a collection of humorous short stories written in the late 19th century. The collection presents a blend of satire and wit, often reflecting on society and personal experiences through the lens of absurdity and humor. Nye's main narrative in the opening story explores themes of confinement and security in the unique setting of Ludlow Street Jail, contrasting it with other establishments. At the start of the book, the narrator describes a visit to Ludlow Street Jail, where they observe the stark differences between it and typical hotels, such as the sense of security it provides. The narrator humorously reflects on the inmates and the peculiarities of prison life, showcasing the ironies of being confined yet secure. This engaging and comedic introduction sets the tone for the collection, promising a clever examination of various social subjects delivered through Nye's distinctive voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories, American
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31884 |
| Release Date |
Apr 4, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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