This edition had all images removed.
Title: The Man In The High-Water Boots
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Man In The High-Water Boots" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a collection of interwoven stories focusing on personal experiences and observations, likely written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the life and personality of a painter, reflecting on artistic endeavors and the vibrant interactions among a group of friends as they engage in their creative pursuits. It presents themes of camaraderie, the joy of nature, and the passionate pursuit of art. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a narrator who recounts his time with a group of friends, including a talented painter named Aston Knight. Through lively discussions about art, fishing adventures, and the challenges of outdoor painting, the characters share their philosophies and humorous interactions. Their conversations reveal insights into the painter's creative process, particularly how he immerses himself in nature, literally wading into water to capture its essence. Amidst the vibrant backdrop of the French countryside, the story showcases the joy of friendship, the dedication required for artistry, and the appreciation of life's simple pleasures, as seen through the experiences of the Painter and his companions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915
EBook No.: 23701
Published: Dec 3, 2007
Downloads: 131
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Artists -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Man In The High-Water Boots
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Man In The High-Water Boots" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a collection of interwoven stories focusing on personal experiences and observations, likely written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the life and personality of a painter, reflecting on artistic endeavors and the vibrant interactions among a group of friends as they engage in their creative pursuits. It presents themes of camaraderie, the joy of nature, and the passionate pursuit of art. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a narrator who recounts his time with a group of friends, including a talented painter named Aston Knight. Through lively discussions about art, fishing adventures, and the challenges of outdoor painting, the characters share their philosophies and humorous interactions. Their conversations reveal insights into the painter's creative process, particularly how he immerses himself in nature, literally wading into water to capture its essence. Amidst the vibrant backdrop of the French countryside, the story showcases the joy of friendship, the dedication required for artistry, and the appreciation of life's simple pleasures, as seen through the experiences of the Painter and his companions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915
EBook No.: 23701
Published: Dec 3, 2007
Downloads: 131
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Artists -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.