Stray leaves from strange literature; and, Fantastics and other fancies by Hearn
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| Author | Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Hutson, Charles Woodward, 1840-1936 |
| Title | Stray leaves from strange literature; and, Fantastics and other fancies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Stray Leaves from Strange Literature" and "Fantastics and Other Fancies" by Lafcadio Hearn is a collection of literary works that explores various myths, fables, and legends, likely written in the late 19th century. This anthology showcases Hearn's fascination with exotic tales from diverse cultures, ranging from Egyptian narratives to Indian legends and Pacific Island folklore. The compilation serves as a mosaic of enchanting stories, rich in imagination and evocative language, reflecting Hearn's intent to share the unique beauty of unfamiliar literatures. The opening of the book provides an insightful note from Hearn, elucidating his process of gathering and reconstructing these tales. He likens his work to that of a merchant collecting small jewels, emphasizing the beauty and strangeness of the stories he presents. The initial sections include the "Book of Thoth," an Egyptian tale about magic and immortality, where the protagonist, Noferkephtah, uncovers a powerful book that grants immense power but leads to tragedy. This introduction sets the tone for the book's subsequent entries, which promise a journey through captivating myths and legends drawn from various global traditions, ultimately seeking to bridge the gap between cultures through the art of storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Legends |
| Subject | Tales |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55650 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 146 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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