TY  - BOOK
AU  - West,Wallace
TI  - Static
T2  - Produced from the September 1926 issue of Sea Stories Magazine
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2024///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Short stories
KW  - British -- Africa -- Fiction
KW  - Radio -- Fiction
N1  - Release date is 2024-03-16; Roger Frank, Sue Clark; Originally published; United States: Street & Smith Corporation, 1926
N2  - "Static" by Wallace West is a novella written in the early 20th century, often characterized by its vivid storytelling and exploration of human behavior in extreme circumstances. This fictional narrative takes place in colonial Africa, where the protagonist, Charles Markley, carries his radio equipment with him into the heart of the jungle. The book examines themes of isolation, the psychological effects of colonialism, and the intersection of technology and local cultures.  The story revolves around Charles Markley, a young man disillusioned with life in England who relocates to Africa with ambitions of eliminating static in radio communication. His journey is marked by rapid descent into alcoholism and cultural clashes as he becomes entangled with the local customs and a native woman named Eta. As Markley's mental state deteriorates, he mistakenly presents his radio as a divine force to the villagers, leading to a catastrophic confrontation with the local witch doctor, Buhu, and ultimately, his downfall. The novella presents a vivid portrayal of the destructive influence of colonial mentality and personal despair, showcasing how isolation and indulgence can lead to tragic consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://archive.org/details/sea-stories-magazine-v-13-n-01-1926-09
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73175
ER  -