Welsh Rarebit Tales by Harle Oren Cummins

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Author Cummins, Harle Oren, 1859-1931
Illustrator Owen, Robert Emmett, 1878-1957
LoC No. 08010614
Title Welsh Rarebit Tales
Contents The man who made a man -- In the lower passage -- The fool and his joke -- The man and the beast -- At the end of the road -- The space annihalator -- A question of honor -- The wine of Pantinelli -- The strangest freak -- The false prophet -- A study in psychology -- The painted lady and the boy -- The palace of sin -- The man who was not afraid -- The story the doctor told.
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Summary "Welsh Rarebit Tales" by Harle Oren Cummins is a collection of imaginative and surreal short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives are likely derived from a playful and experimental writing endeavor among members of a literary club, blending humor with the bizarre. The introductory sections hint at a whimsical tone as characters grapple with peculiar and often unsettling situations involving philosophical experimentation and fantastical encounters. The opening of "Welsh Rarebit Tales" features a preface where the author humorously recounts how he and fellow club members indulged in a lavish meal before sharing tales that emerged from their culinary adventure—an experience meant to invoke caution against excessive dining. The first story centers on Professor Aloysius Holbrok, a scientist captivated by the ambition to create life. His alarming experiments culminate in a chilling revelation when he successfully animates a chemical construct, only for it to tragically combust, after which the professor descends into madness. This blend of science fiction and horror sets the stage for a collection that promises thought-provoking and surreal experiences, defining its unique narrative voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction, American
Subject Short stories, American
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