The Veiled Lady, and Other Men and Women

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Veiled Lady, and Other Men and Women" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a collection of short stories likely written during the late 19th century. The stories present a vivid exploration of various characters and scenarios, from charming personalities interacting in exotic locales to tales of adventure and emotional complexity, showcasing the author's keen observational skills and narrative style. At the start of this collection, the first story, "The Veiled Lady of Stamboul," introduces Joe Hornstog, a Levantine dragoman in Istanbul, and an unnamed painter who recounts the captivating moment he encounters a mysterious veiled woman. The scene unfolds with the painter absorbed in his work at a mosque when he catches a glimpse of the enchanting houri, Yuleima, whose beauty and presence intrigue him. Joe warns of the dangers present due to a police officer's arrival, setting a tone of suspense and capturing the contrasting atmosphere of beauty and risk in the vibrant city. The narrative weaves a sense of longing and cultural richness that invites readers to delve further into the stories presented in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The veiled lady of Stamboul

Loretta of the shipyard

A coat of red lead

Miss Murdock

"special"

The beguiling of Peter Griggs

Miss Jenning's companion

Sam Joplin's epigastric nerve

Miss Buffum's new boarder

Captain Joe and the "Susie Ann"

"Against orders"

Muggles's supreme moment.

Credits:

Produced by Duncan Harrod. HTML version by Al Haines.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2003-12-01