| Author |
Anderson, Sherwood, 1876-1941 |
| Title |
Triumph of the Egg, and Other Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 90.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Contents |
The dumb man -- I want to know why -- Seeds -- The other woman -- The egg -- Unlighted lamps -- Senility -- The man in the brown coat -- Brothers -- The door of the trap -- The New Englander -- War -- Motherhood -- Out of nowhere into nothing -- The man with the trumpet.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by Michelle Shephard, Eric Eldred, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Triumph of the Egg, and Other Stories" by Sherwood Anderson is a collection of short stories likely written in the early 20th century, reflecting the complexities of American life during this period. The stories delve into the nuances of human relationships, personal aspirations, and the often stark contrast between expectation and reality, using rich, symbolic imagery to convey deeper emotional and psychological themes. The opening of the collection presents a vivid exploration of the author's mind as he grapples with the tales that inhabit it. The narrator describes how various stories linger in his thoughts like characters waiting at his doorstep, conveying a sense of urgency to share their experiences. One particular story describes three men in a house and a woman upstairs, highlighting themes of longing and the desperate human need for connection. This opening sets the stage for a journey through American life, filled with rich imagery and emotional depth, promising readers introspection and a poignant look at the struggles of ordinary people. (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 |
Ohio -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7048 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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