Stanford Stories: Tales of a Young University

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Field, Charles K. (Charles Kellogg), 1873-

Contributor:

Irwin, Will, 1873-1948

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"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.)

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 http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2008-03-02