Stanford Stories: Tales of a Young University by Charles K. Field and Will Irwin
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"Stanford Stories: Tales of a Young University" by Charles K. Field and Will Irwin is a collection of fictional stories written in the late 19th century. The stories encapsulate various aspects of life at Stanford University, often exploring the experiences of students as they navigate their academic, social, and emotional challenges. The collection features a diverse cast of characters, including Freshmen like Cecil Van Dyke and Hannah Grant Daly, who embody the
joys and struggles of university life. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces us to the whimsical yet poignant world of collegiate life through themed tales. The first story, "A Midwinter Madness," focuses on Van Dyke, a Freshman grappling with the social dynamics of a college Glee and Mandolin Club. This opening sets the tone for the university's vibrant atmosphere, filled with youthful exuberance and romantic intrigue, as well as the challenges posed by friendships and loyalty. The author expertly weaves humor and pathos into the student's adventures, hinting at the broader themes of growth and identity that unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Field, Charles K. (Charles Kellogg), 1873- |
|---|---|
| Author | Irwin, Will, 1873-1948 |
| Title | Stanford Stories: Tales of a Young University |
| Contents | A midwinter madness -- Pocahontas, freshman -- His uncle's will -- The initiation of Dromio -- The substituted full-back -- Two pioneers and an audience -- For the sake of argument -- An alumni dinner -- Boggs' election feed -- In the dark days -- Crossroads -- A song cycle and a puncture -- One commencement. |
| Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Stanford University -- Fiction |
| Subject | College stories, American |
| Subject | Stanford (Calif.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24735 |
| Release Date | Mar 2, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6660 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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