02699cam a22003373u 4500 59476 UtSlPG 20260610134353.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Means, E. K. (Eldred Kurtz), 1878-1957 More E. K. Means : Is This a Title? It Is Not. It Is the Name of a Writer of Negro Stories, Who Has Made Himself So Completely the Writer of Negro Stories That This Second Book, Like the First, Needs No Title Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-05-10 Diada, daughter of discord -- Getting ready to die -- A mascot jinx -- Messing with matrimony -- A corner in pickaninnies -- Idle dreams -- The gift of power -- Owner of Doodle-bug -- Every pose a picture -- D.D. Produced by hekula03, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "More E. K. Means" by E. K. Means is a collection of humorous stories centered around African American life, likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative reflects the author's fascination with the cultural intricacies and personalities of black communities in the South, emphasizing their vibrant characteristics and humorous outlook on life, notably through absurd and exaggerated depictions. The opening portion introduces a striking character named Diada, depicted in a grotesque and humorous light, who was rescued by Captain Lemuel Manse from a cannibal tribe. The initial scenes capture a blend of humor and horror as her presence astounds the local characters, revealing their prejudices and misconceptions. Diada's interactions with the townspeople and her clumsy adoption into their lives set the stage for comedic misunderstandings and societal commentary, as she appears like an alien amidst their mundane world while simultaneously showcasing her unique ways. Overall, the opening serves to establish both the whimsical tone and the cultural backdrop of Means' stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, American African Americans -- Fiction Kemble, E. W. (Edward Windsor), 1861-1933 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59476 100302 100302