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100 1 _aWest, Wallace,
_d1900-1980
245 1 0 _aStatic
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aProduced from the September 1926 issue of Sea Stories Magazine.
500 _aRelease date is 2024-03-16
508 _aRoger Frank, Sue Clark
520 _a"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.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: Street & Smith Corporation, 1926
653 _aShort stories
653 _aBritish -- Africa -- Fiction
653 _aRadio -- Fiction
830 0 _aProduced from the September 1926 issue of Sea Stories Magazine.
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/sea-stories-magazine-v-13-n-01-1926-09
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73175
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