The Monster and Other Stories by Stephen Crane

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Author Crane, Stephen, 1871-1900
Title The Monster and Other Stories
Contents The Monster -- The Blue Hotel -- His New Mittens
Credits E-text prepared by Jim Adcock from digital material generously made available by Internet Archive (http://www.archive.org)
Summary "The Monster and Other Stories" by Stephen Crane is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore complex themes through vivid characters and evocative settings, particularly focusing on the human experience and societal perceptions. The opening story features the central character, Little Jim, and introduces themes of childhood innocence, guilt, and the contrasting realities faced by both Jim and Henry Johnson, a character who embodies the complexities of race and societal roles. At the start of the book, the narrative centers on Little Jim, a boy engaged in imaginative play as he "drives" his cart, leading to a moment of accidental destruction when he breaks a flower in his father's garden. This small incident reflects Jim's internal conflict and desire for approval from his father. Meanwhile, the character of Henry Johnson, the family’s African American stableman, is depicted as a figure of both camaraderie and tension, navigating his relationship with the Trescott family amidst the societal expectations of the time. The opening portion sets the tone for a poignant exploration of innocence, obligation, and identity, offering readers a glimpse into the intertwining lives of the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Nebraska -- Fiction
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Missing children -- Fiction
Subject Disfigured persons -- Fiction
Subject Hotels -- Fiction
Subject Social isolation -- Fiction
Subject Mittens -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 31189
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 2, 2010
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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