A Book o' Nine Tales.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Book o' Nine Tales. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Bates, Arlo (1850–1918).
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Book o' Nine Tales" by Arlo Bates is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book opens with a tale about a mysterious wounded man found on the shore after a shipwreck, who struggles with amnesia regarding his identity. The narrative explores themes of memory, love, and the mystery of personal history through the eyes of Columbine Dysart, the young woman caring for him, as well as the stranger's perplexing past. At the start of the book, the reader meets a sick and delirious man lying in bed, unable to remember anything about himself, while a kind young nurse named Columbine tends to him. Their interactions reveal the girl's curiosity about his identity, which she weaves into her imagination as a romantic fantasy. As the man begins to regain consciousness and the light of reason in his eyes, he expresses confusion about his very existence, asking who he is. The opening sets the stage for an exploration of the characters’ evolving relationship, the poignant search for belonging, and the layers of mystery surrounding the stranger’s life.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Book o' Nine Tales.
- Author credits: Bates, Arlo (1850–1918)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
- Short stories, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Short Stories
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