The Novels And Stories

The Novels And Stories

Frank Richard Stockton

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781276345392
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Discover a treasure trove of captivating tales in 'The Novels And Stories' by Frank Richard Stockton. This collection, subtitled 'Afield And Afloat,' presents a delightful array of short stories, including 'The Buller-podington Compact,' 'The Romance Of A Mule-car,' 'The Governor-general,' and many more. Stockton’s unique blend of humor, adventure, and keen observation brings each narrative to life, transporting readers to a bygone era. From the whimsical encounter in 'Old Applejoy’s Ghost' to the unexpected consequences in 'Struck By A Boomerang,' and the nautical adventures in 'The Skipper And El Capitan', these stories showcase Stockton’s versatility and storytelling prowess. Whether you’re drawn to tales of the land or the sea, this collection offers something for everyone, promising hours of reading pleasure and a glimpse into the rich tapestry of 19th-century American literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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