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Reade, Charles
1814
1884
Collins, Wilkie
1824
1889
Collins, William Wilkie
Edwards, Amelia B.
1831
1892
Edwards, Amelia Blanford
Edwards, Amelia Ann Blanford
Hardy, Thomas
1840
1928
Hope, Anthony
1863
1933
Hawkins, Anthony Hope
Lewis, Angelo
Robinson, F. W. (Frederick William)
1830
1901
Robinson, Frederick W. (Frederick William)
Robinson, Frederick William
Stories by English Authors: England
The box tunnel / Charles Reade -- Minions of the moon / F. W. Robinson -- The four-fifteen express / Amelia B. Edwards -- The wrong black bag / Angelo Lewis -- The three strangers / Thomas Hardy -- Mr. Lismore and the widow / Wilkie Collins -- The philosopher in the apple orchard / Anthony Hope.
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"Stories by English Authors: England" by Charles Reade et al. is a collection of short stories written during the mid-19th century. The anthology encompasses various narratives by notable authors of the time, showcasing themes of love, societal norms, and moral dilemmas through the lens of English life and culture. Each story presents unique characters and situations that delve into the complexities of human relationships and social interactions. The opening of the book features "The Box Tunnel" by Charles Reade, beginning with a train journey from Paddington. It introduces us to two key characters: a beautiful lady named Miss Haythorn and a charming cavalry officer, Captain Dolignan. The story captures the evolving dynamics between the passengers as they engage in flirtatious exchanges amidst the backdrop of a suspenseful train ride, particularly as the train nears the infamous Box Tunnel. Well-placed humor and tension arise when a bet is made about kissing the ladies during the dark passage, leading to an unforeseen set of events that challenge the boundaries of propriety and gentlemanly conduct. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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England -- Fiction
English fiction -- 19th century
Short stories, English
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Short Stories
Category: Short Stories
Category: British Literature
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