Stories By English Authors: Italy (Selected by Scribners) by James Payn et al.
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"Stories By English Authors: Italy" by James Payn et al. is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. This anthology features various tales set in Italy, showcasing the rich experiences and cultural nuances of English authors who drew inspiration from the Italian landscape and society. The opening story, “A Faithful Retainer” by James Payn, explores themes of loyalty and youthful folly in the context of society and gambling.
At the start of “A Faithful Retainer,” the narrator reflects on their childhood connection to the Luscombe family, particularly Richard, the only son, who exhibits a penchant for gambling. The narrator recalls a pivotal moment when, as young boys, they venture to a local racecourse, leading to a series of misadventures involving a swindling bookmaker. As Richard experiences the thrill of winning, he becomes increasingly reckless, ultimately leading to his financial ruin when his trusted butler steals his winnings. The narrative sets the stage for further exploration of Richard's tumultuous journey, hinting at moral lessons and personal growth within a vividly depicted Italian backdrop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Contributor | Payn, James, 1830-1898 |
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| Contributor | Norris, W. E. (William Edward), 1847-1925 |
| Contributor | Oliphant, Laurence, 1829-1888 |
| Contributor | Robinson, A. Mary F. (Agnes Mary Frances), 1857-1944 |
| Contributor | Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882 |
| Title | Stories By English Authors: Italy (Selected by Scribners) |
| Contents | A faithful retainer, by James Payn -- Bianca, by W.E. Norris -- Goneril, by A. Mary F. Robinson -- The brigand's bride: a tale of southern Italy, by Laurence Oliphant -- Mrs. General Talboys, by Anthony Trollope. |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny; John Bickers; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Italy -- Fiction |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2457 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02457-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 4, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 662 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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