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100 1 _aSherley, Douglass,
_d1857-1917
245 1 2 _aA Few Short Sketches
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
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 2005-02-01
508 _aProduced by Kentuckiana Digital Library, David Garcia, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
520 _a"A Few Short Sketches" by Douglass Sherley is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, loss, social dynamics, and the nature of human relationships, often revealing the complexities and emotional undercurrents that define them. Through elegant prose and vivid characterizations, it delves into the intricacies of social interactions and personal dilemmas faced by its characters, shedding light on the nuances that accompany human connections. The stories within "A Few Short Sketches" paint a rich tapestry of life experiences, encapsulating moments that reflect both joy and heartache. For instance, in "Those Russian Violets," a young man grapples with the impact of a friend's tragic end, prompted by the subtle yet powerful resonance of a small bunch of violets worn by a debutante. Meanwhile, "The Little Blind Maid" tells the touching tale of a blind girl navigating the emotional landscape of loss and yearning as she seeks to reunite with her sister, who has committed herself to religious life. The collection resonates with readers through its exploration of universal themes, vividly portraying how personal struggles and emotional ties shape human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aShort stories
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14855
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