Smith, Francis Hopkinson 1838-1915 creator text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "At Close Range" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The book seems to delve into the intricacies of human experience observed through the author's lens of personal reflection and storytelling. It primarily follows the main character as he navigates various encounters during his travels, experiencing moments of connection, introspection, and the complexities of life. At the start of the narrative, the protagonist recounts a particularly cold and silent night spent waiting for a train in a small town. The ambiance is described vividly, emphasizing the stillness of the winter night, contrasted by the warmth and coziness he finds in a small train station. Not only does he reflect on the trivialities of his journey but he also begins to encounter other characters, including a policeman and a ticket clerk, who add depth to his musings. The opening meticulously sets the tone for an exploration of human emotions and connections, hinting at the unexpected revelations that arise from seemingly mundane experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) A night out -- An extra blanket -- A medal of honor -- The Rajah of Bungpore -- The soldo of the Castellani -- A point of honor -- Simple folk -- "Old Sunshine" -- A pot of jam. Release date is 2017-08-04 Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Short stories, American American fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55257 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55257 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134255.0 55257