02443cam a22003253u 4500 41660 UtSlPG 20260610133943.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Thompson, Maurice, 1844-1901 A Fortnight of Folly Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-12-19 A fortnight of folly -- The tale of a sculptor, by Hugh Conway -- Carriston's gift. Produced by eagkw, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "A Fortnight of Folly" by Maurice Thompson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds at Hotel Helicon, an extravagant mountain hotel designed to attract authors by offering free accommodations for a summer season. Central to the beginning are several intriguing characters, notably a mysterious new guest whose identity sparks curiosity among fellow literary figures, prompting speculation and social dynamics framed by a backdrop of creative expression and human interaction. The opening of the book sets the scene at Hotel Helicon, highlighting its peculiar allure and the various guests it attracts. As the narrative introduces the enigmatic stranger who occupies the coveted Room 24, a buzz of speculation and excitement builds among the guests, suggesting that he may be a notable author. Through witty dialogue and observations, the text delves into the interactions between the guests, illustrating their personalities, aspirations, and rivalries. The chapter captures the essence of a summer filled with literary ambition, humor, and unexpected relationships, primarily focusing on the light-hearted intrigue surrounding the identity of the new arrival in this idyllic but whimsically chaotic setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Conway, Hugh, 1847-1885 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41660 82499 82499