Masterpieces of Adventure—Stories of Desert Places by Nella Braddy

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Editor Braddy, Nella, 1894-1973
Title Masterpieces of Adventure—Stories of Desert Places
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The baron's quarry / Edgerton Castle -- A man and some others / Stephen Crane -- The outlaws / Selma Lagerlöf -- Princess Bob and her friends / Bret Harte -- The three strangers / Thomas Hardy -- The passing of Black Eagle / O. Henry -- Niño Diablo / W. H. Hudson.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "Masterpieces of Adventure: Stories of Desert Places" by Nella Braddy is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology explores the thrilling and often perilous escapades set in arid and isolated landscapes, weaving themes of adventure, survival, and the deep complexities of human emotions. The opening tale presents characters embroiled in the intricate layers of their relationships and interactions against the backdrop of the desolate but starkly beautiful desert. The beginning of the volume introduces the first story featuring Mr. Marshfield and Major Travers, who engage in a dialogue about hunting adventures and personal experiences in various regions. Marshfield shares an intriguing hunting story from his past, detailing his journey to visit Baron Kossowski in the Carpathians. The encounter reveals an odd and amusing contrast between the baron’s cultivated manners and the wildness of his nature, hinting at deeper tensions, especially concerning his English wife. This opening sets the stage for a gripping exploration, hinting at themes of loyalty, peril, and the delicate interplay of civilization and savagery in the heart of the wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Adventure stories
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