Seller of the Sky by Dave Dryfoos
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About this eBook
| Author | Dryfoos, Dave, 1915-2003 |
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| Illustrator | Orban, Paul, 1896-1974 |
| Title | Seller of the Sky |
| Note | Reading ease score: 92.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Seller of the Sky" by Dave Dryfoos is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around Old Arch, a beggar and storyteller who travels between domed cities, sharing tales of the "Outside" world that the city dwellers have never seen. The story reflects on themes of curiosity, adventure, and the contrasts between sheltered living and the beauty of nature. In this poignant tale, Old Arch uses his vivid narratives to ignite curiosity among the children of the domed cities. He sells "stock certificates" for shares of the sky, promising to take them outside one day. Eventually, he undertakes this journey with the young siblings, guiding them through the harsh but exhilarating experience of a snowstorm. They witness a breathtaking sunrise, only to have Old Arch succumb to the cold. His passing becomes a catalyst for the city’s residents; their newfound curiosity compels them to break free from their confines, leading them to explore the wild world that they had previously only known through Arch's stories. The story concludes with a profound change in the community as they rebel against their sheltered existence, culminating in both loss and a yearning for discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Older men -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58995 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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