02477cam a22003373u 4500 50271 UtSlPG 20260610134145.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Colton, Arthur, 1868-1943 Tioba, and Other Tales Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-10-21 Tioba -- A man for a' that -- The green grasshopper -- The enemies -- A night's lodging -- On Edom Hill -- Sons of R. Rand -- Conlon -- St. Catherine's -- The spiral stone -- The Musidora sonnet. Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books "Tioa and Other Tales" by Arthur Colton is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book presents a vivid portrayal of life and characters in a rural setting, possibly featuring the central character Jim Hawks, alongside tales involving local residents and folklore. Through rich descriptions and whimsical narratives, the author seems to explore themes of nature, human folly, and the complexities of interpersonal relationships within small communities. At the start of this collection, the narrative introduces the peaceful yet haunting landscape dominated by the mountain Tioba, and the curious events surrounding its inhabitants. The protagonist observes the interplay of nature and human life, illustrated by a chance encounter with Jim Hawks and a mysterious woman seeking him. As the story unfolds, we are introduced to quirky local characters, reflecting a blend of humor and tragedy, while hints of past conflicts and natural disasters foreshadow deeper tales of the valley and its residents. This opening section sets the tone for the blend of realism and folklore, inviting readers into a world where the characters’ lives are intertwined with the forces of nature and fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, American American fiction Frost, A. B. (Arthur Burdett), 1851-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50271 91109 91109