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100 1 _aVarious
245 1 0 _aTales for Young and Old
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2003
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2003-12-01
505 0 _aThe bride's journey -- The home-wreck -- Love at first sight -- Lucy Fennel -- Billy Egg -- The pledge redeemed -- The tree and the forest -- The three friends -- The artist's daughter -- The blind man of Argenteuil -- The bridal wreath -- The Duke of Normandy -- Dutch Anna -- The locksmith of Philadelphia.
508 _aProduced by Roy Brown
520 _a"Tales for Young and Old" by Various is a collection of short stories probably written in the early 19th century. This anthology features a range of tales that cater to both younger and older audiences, exploring themes of love, adventure, and morality through engaging narratives. The stories often feature relatable characters facing various challenges, inviting readers to reflect on human experiences and values. The beginning of the book sets the stage with the tale "The Bride's Journey," which introduces readers to M. Louison, a young French officer romantically interested in Adelaide Hext, a merchant's daughter. As war disrupts their lives, their love faces numerous obstacles, particularly from Adelaide's father, who initially forbids the union. The narrative follows their tumultuous journey, revealing the scheming of those around them, including a treacherous escort and a plot to murder the bride. This opening portion establishes a suspenseful tone, hinting at both dramatic challenges and themes of loyalty and bravery as subsequent stories are promised. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10454
999 _c51937
_d51937