The Tidal Wave and Other Stories by Ethel M. Dell
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"The Tidal Wave and Other Stories" by Ethel M. Dell is a collection of short stories written during the early 20th century. The opening story, "The Tidal Wave," introduces readers to a coastal community centered around the lives of fishermen and the beauty of the sea. The main character, Rufus the Red, is portrayed as a formidable but solitary figure, whose life is disrupted by the arrival of a new, enchanting woman
named Columbine, whose beauty and vitality seem set to stir both men and the quiet community. At the start of "The Tidal Wave," the narrative plunges into a moment of serene fishing life, highlighting Rufus's ruggedness and unyielding demeanor as he sits near the shore, lost in contemplation. His father, Adam, works methodically nearby but exhibits a teasing concern for Rufus’s apparent lack of interest in romance, especially with the arrival of the spirited Columbine. The dynamic shifts as Rufus's solitude feels threatened by the charming artist Montagu Knight, who seems to capture Columbine's attention, stirring feelings of jealousy and competition within Rufus. The opening chapters weave together themes of isolation, emerging love, and the intricate interplay between passion and the natural forces that shape their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May), 1881-1939 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Tidal Wave and Other Stories |
| Contents |
The Tidal Wave The Magic Circle The Looker-On The Second Fiddle The Woman of His Dream The Return Game |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Project Gutenberg Beginners Projects, |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13553 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-13553-3 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 590 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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