| Author |
Gray, David, 1870-1968 |
| LoC No. |
10008930
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| Title |
Mr. Carteret and Others
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| Original Publication |
United States: The Century Co.,1905,copyright 1907,copyright 1908,copyright 1910.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
Mr. Carteret and his fellow Americans abroad -- How Mr. Carteret proposed -- Mr. Carteret's adventure with a locket -- The case of the Evanstons -- The matter of a mashie -- The Medal of Honor story.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Mr. Carteret and Others" by David Gray is a collection of interlinked tales written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Mr. Carteret, a somewhat eccentric American gentleman navigating social situations in England, particularly within the world of fox hunting. Through humorous interactions with British aristocrats and encounters with intriguing characters, the book explores themes of cultural differences and societal expectations. The beginning of the story introduces Mr. Carteret at a social gathering where conversations about riding and hunting ensue. As he engages in witty banter with other guests, including the robust Lord Frederic and the authoritative Major Hammerslea, the discussion veers toward a whimsical idea of inviting native American Indians to partake in a hunting event. Amidst the lighthearted chaos of their plans, Carteret remains a central figure, trying to maintain his composure while navigating the absurdities surrounding him. This opening sets the tone for the blend of comedy and commentary that characterizes the work as a whole. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Americans -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Fox hunting -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68051 |
| Release Date |
May 11, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 30, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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