At Close Range by Francis Hopkinson Smith
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"At Close Range" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The book seems to delve into the intricacies of human experience observed through the author's lens of personal reflection and storytelling. It primarily follows the main character as he navigates various encounters during his travels, experiencing moments of connection, introspection, and the complexities of life. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist recounts a
particularly cold and silent night spent waiting for a train in a small town. The ambiance is described vividly, emphasizing the stillness of the winter night, contrasted by the warmth and coziness he finds in a small train station. Not only does he reflect on the trivialities of his journey but he also begins to encounter other characters, including a policeman and a ticket clerk, who add depth to his musings. The opening meticulously sets the tone for an exploration of human emotions and connections, hinting at the unexpected revelations that arise from seemingly mundane experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915 |
|---|---|
| Title | At Close Range |
| Contents | A night out -- An extra blanket -- A medal of honor -- The Rajah of Bungpore -- The soldo of the Castellani -- A point of honor -- Simple folk -- "Old Sunshine" -- A pot of jam. |
| Credits |
Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55257 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-55257-6 |
| Release Date | Aug 4, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 572 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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