The Unspeakable Perk: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Unspeakable Perk is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Adams, Samuel Hopkins (1871–1958).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Unspeakable Perk" by Samuel Hopkins Adams is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the exotic setting of Caracuña, a fictional Caribbean island teeming with adventures and political intrigues. The narrative primarily centers around a young American woman named Polly Brewster, who finds herself navigating complex romantic entanglements and the sociopolitical landscape of the island, particularly as it relates to her encounters with a mysterious scientist referred to as Mr. Beetle Man. The opening of the novel presents an engaging dialogue between Polly and the unseen Mr. Beetle Man, who initially expresses contempt for his tropical surroundings, while she revels in their beauty. Their conversation transitions from playful banter to deeper reflections on personal feelings and societal norms, especially around love, identity, and peril in the foreign land. As Polly shares her tumultuous romantic history, the reader is drawn into her world of flirtation and self-discovery, while Mr. Beetle Man's character hints at a scientific curiosity and emotional depth, setting the stage for further developments in their relationship and the unfolding narrative in the politically charged atmosphere of Caracuña.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Unspeakable Perk
- Author credits: Adams, Samuel Hopkins (1871–1958)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Caribbean Area -- Fiction
- Disguise -- Fiction
- Entomologists -- Fiction
- Heiresses -- Fiction
- Love stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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