Alf's Button by W. A. Darlington
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| Author | Darlington, W. A. (William Aubrey), 1890-1979 |
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| LoC No. | 20012958 |
| Title | Alf's Button |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Alf's Button" by W. A. Darlington is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during World War I and follows the adventures of Private Alfred Higgins, a somewhat inept soldier who unexpectedly comes into possession of a magical button that grants him a djinn, whom he names Eustace. Throughout the narrative, Higgins navigates the challenges and absurdities of military life while grappling with the surreal powers of his newfound companion. The opening of the book introduces us to Alf Higgins as he is assigned as a runner for his unit during a cold and dreary stint in the trenches. Initially marked by comedic misadventures and the harsh realities of war, clumsy Alf finds himself stuck in a communication trench, leading to a series of humorous encounters. Ultimately, he discovers the peculiar magic of the button that allows him to command a spirit, setting the stage for a blend of comedy and the exploration of themes like bravery and camaraderie amidst the backdrop of a turbulent war. The narrative cleverly mixes elements of fantasy with the grit of military life, promising readers an engaging and humorous experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jinn -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59775 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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