Tales for Young and Old

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Tales for Young and Old" by Various is a collection of short stories probably written in the early 19th century. This anthology features a range of tales that cater to both younger and older audiences, exploring themes of love, adventure, and morality through engaging narratives. The stories often feature relatable characters facing various challenges, inviting readers to reflect on human experiences and values. The beginning of the book sets the stage with the tale "The Bride's Journey," which introduces readers to M. Louison, a young French officer romantically interested in Adelaide Hext, a merchant's daughter. As war disrupts their lives, their love faces numerous obstacles, particularly from Adelaide's father, who initially forbids the union. The narrative follows their tumultuous journey, revealing the scheming of those around them, including a treacherous escort and a plot to murder the bride. This opening portion establishes a suspenseful tone, hinting at both dramatic challenges and themes of loyalty and bravery as subsequent stories are promised. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The bride's journey

The home-wreck

Love at first sight

Lucy Fennel

Billy Egg

The pledge redeemed

The tree and the forest

The three friends

The artist's daughter

The blind man of Argenteuil

The bridal wreath

The Duke of Normandy

Dutch Anna

The locksmith of Philadelphia.

Credits:

Produced by Roy Brown

Notes:

Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2003-12-01