Old Man Curry: Race Track Stories

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Van Loan, Charles E. (Charles Emmett), 1876-1919.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Old Man Curry: Race Track Stories" by Charles E. Van Loan is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the character Old Man Curry, an eccentric horse owner navigating the intrigue and dynamics of the race track. The stories delve into Curry's experiences and interactions within the horse racing world, showcasing both the humor and drama that unfold among the colorful personalities found in this setting. The opening of the text introduces readers to the vibrant racing scene through the eyes of the Bald-faced Kid, a hustler who relies on his instincts and observations to make his way in the world of betting. As we meet Old Man Curry, characterized by a unique blend of simplicity and wisdom, we see him closely involved with his horses, often named after Biblical figures. The narrative quickly establishes the stakes-Curry's unconventional methods and his battles against more underhanded rivals who run the track. Through these opening pages, readers are drawn into a world filled with competition, camaraderie, and clever schemes, all revolving around the pursuit of victory on the race track. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Levelling with Elisha

Playing even for Obadiah

By a hair

The last chance

Sanguinary Jeremiah

Eliphaz, late Fairfax

The redemption handicap

A morning workout

Egyptian corn

The modern judgment of Solomon.

Credits:

E-text prepared by Sarah Sammis, Chuck Greif, KarenD, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2009-06-10