| Editor |
Johnson, Rossiter, 1840-1931 |
| Title |
Stories of Fortune
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| Series Title |
Little Classics, Volume 12 (of 18)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The gold-bug / Edgar Allan Poe -- The fairy-finder / Samuel Lover -- Murad the Unlucky / Maria Edgeworth -- The children of the public / Edward Everett Hale -- The rival dreamers / John Banim -- The threefold destiny / Nathaniel Hawthorne.
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| Credits |
Produced by Ron Swanson
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| Summary |
"Stories of Fortune" by Rossiter Johnson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology features tales that explore themes related to luck, wealth, and the extraordinary circumstances leading to fortune or misfortune. The opening story, "The Gold-Bug," delves into an intriguing adventure involving a man named William Legrand, whose life changes drastically through his discovery of a mysterious scarab beetle that he believes will lead him to great riches. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Legrand, who is living on Sullivan's Island after experiencing a series of financial misfortunes. His companion, an old man named Jupiter, remains loyal despite their hardships. Legrand becomes increasingly obsessed with a strange beetle he has encountered, leading to eccentric behaviors that cause concern among his friends. The narrative drives forward with an air of mystery as Legrand communicates a deep conviction that fortune awaits him, setting the stage for an adventure filled with cryptic clues, unexpected twists, and an exploration of the value we place on both luck and material wealth. The tension between the protagonist's mental state and the possibility of uncovering hidden treasure serves as a compelling hook for readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Luck -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48696 |
| Release Date |
Apr 13, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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