Tales from Many Sources, Vol. V by Various
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"Tales from Many Sources, Vol. V" by Various is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This volume showcases a variety of narratives that explore themes of charity, community, and the quirks of human character, particularly through the lens of English rural life. The opening of the book introduces us to the quaint setting of Lingborough, focusing on two elderly sisters, Miss Betty and Miss Kitty, who are
devoted to their home and community. The charming tale of "Lob Lie-By-The-Fire" unfolds with a whimsical exploration of a mythical house spirit, Lob, who aids in household tasks before he mysteriously departs. We also learn of the sisters' charitable deeds, conducted in secret as per their scruples about humility in giving, and their involvement in local social gatherings, revealing their place within the fabric of Lingborough society. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a collection rich in character studies and gentle humor, inviting readers into a world where kindness and social norms intertwine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Tales from Many Sources, Vol. V |
| Contents | Lob Lie-By-The-Fire, by Juliana H. Ewing -- Wild Jack, from Temple Bar -- Virginia, by Mrs. Forrester -- Mr. Josiah Smith's Balloon Voyage -- Number 7639, by Mary Frances Peard -- Goneril, by A. Mary F. Robinson -- Out of Season, from Temple Bar. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16415 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16415-1 |
| Release Date | Aug 2, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 560 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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