The Emperor of Elam, and other stories by H. G. Dwight
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"The Emperor of Elam and Other Stories" by H. G. Dwight is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The stories delve into human experiences, relationships, and the often unforeseen consequences of personal choices, featuring characters who navigate complex emotional landscapes and societal expectations. The opening of "The Emperor of Elam and Other Stories" introduces readers to the titular story, beginning with a contemplation of the character Michael,
who seems unremarkable but becomes central when he mysteriously disappears shortly after being sent on a work assignment abroad. The narrative sets up a rich exploration of Michael's life and relationships, particularly with Aurora, his wife, who is left to grapple with his sudden absence. The tone blends introspection with hints of irony and a touch of humor, hinting at the unfolding drama that centers on both personal transformations and the dynamics of human connections. The stage is set for a story that promises to explore deeper themes of identity, loss, and the unforeseen turns of fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dwight, H. G. (Harrison Griswold), 1875-1959 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20019763 |
| Title | The Emperor of Elam, and other stories |
| Original Publication | United States: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1920. |
| Contents | Like Michael -- Henrietta Stackpole rediviva -- The pagan -- White bombazine -- Unto the day -- Mrs. Derwall and the higher life -- The bathers -- Retarded bombs -- Susannah and the Elder -- The emerald of Tamerlane (In collaboration with John Taylor) -- Studio smoke -- Behind the door -- The bald spot -- The Emperor of Elam. |
| Credits | Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71279 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71279-6 |
| Release Date | Jul 26, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 392 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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