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Arthur Stringer

"The Prairie Child" follows the story of its protagonist, a young woman named Margo, who grows up on the vast and rugged plains of the Canadian prairie. Raised by her father, a rugged homesteader, Margo develops a deep love for the land and a fierce independence that sets her apart from others.As Margo matures, she finds herself torn between two worlds: the wild beauty of the prairie and the expectations of society. When a handsome stranger arrives in town, Margo's life is forever changed ...

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In "Hephaestus, Persephone at Enna, and Sappho in Leucadia," Arthur Stringer weaves a rich tapestry of mythology and poetic expression, exploring the intertwining lives of three iconic figures from ancient lore. Stringer's literary style is marked by a vivid, evocative prose that captures the emotional depth and complexity of his subjects, providing a fresh lens through which to view their narratives. Set within the tradition of early 20th-century modernism, the text illuminates themes of ...

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In "Phantom Wires," Stringer crafts a tale of intrigue and suspense set in the world of early telecommunication. The story revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a young woman named Fannie Norton, who vanishes under suspicious circumstances while working as a telegraph operator. As the investigation unfolds, the protagonist, Jimmie Dale, a resourceful and adventurous man, becomes entangled in a web of secrets, deceit, and danger.The novel delves into themes of technology, communic...

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In "Never-Fail Blake," Stringer likely tells the story of the eponymous character, who may be portrayed as a resourceful and determined individual. The narrative may revolve around Blake's endeavors and challenges as he navigates through various situations, demonstrating his resilience and ability to overcome obstacles.Arthur Stringer's writing often incorporates elements of adventure, romance, and suspense, and "Never-Fail Blake" is expected to reflect these themes. The novel may offer re...

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The Wire-Tappers by Arthur Stringer is offered here in a clean English digital edition prepared for fluent ebook reading. The work stands within classics and gives modern readers direct access to a public-domain classic with navigable structure and a restrained typographic presentation. The opening pages establish the book's atmosphere with this first movement: THE discharged prisoner hung back, blinking out at the strong sunlight. When the way at last seemed clear, he thrust his hands dee...

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The Adolescence of Number Eighty-Seven by Arthur Stringer is offered here in a clean English digital edition prepared for fluent ebook reading. The work stands within classics and gives modern readers direct access to a public-domain classic with navigable structure and a restrained typographic presentation. The opening pages establish the book's atmosphere with this first movement: THE prairie drift-snow shrilled and whined under the slowly moving wheels, as the engine and tender for Numb...

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The protagonist of the story is Carter Brant, a successful New York businessman suffering from severe insomnia. His inability to sleep is not just a minor inconvenience; it has become a debilitating condition that affects every aspect of his life. Desperate for a solution, Brant tries various remedies and consults numerous doctors, but nothing seems to help.The novel begins with Brant reaching the breaking point. His sleeplessness leads to a series of erratic behaviors and a deepening sens...

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Arthur Stringer

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Mystery & Crime

Complete and unabridged, with 57 full-page plates by James McNeill Whistler, James 'Clock' Shaw and Vincent van Gogh. A man cured of insomnia only by walking New York at night keeps stumbling into other people's crimes, and the episodes link into one. Stringer wrote fast for the magazines and this is the sharpest of his city books. This edition adds 57 plates of painting from 1830 to 1926, among them Ludwik de Laveaux, Manuel Ferran i Bayona and James 'Clock' Shaw.

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Adventure & the Sea

Complete and unabridged, with 53 full-page plates by Edvard Munch, Winslow Homer and Thomas Moran. A city-bred bride is carried off to a homestead on the Canadian prairie and writes home about the winters, the money and the man. Stringer had a farm in Alberta himself and wrote the book as her diary; it was popular enough that he twice returned to her. This edition adds 53 plates of painting from 1894–1925, among them Munch, Bellows and Sargent, alongside four restored and coloured illustra...

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Arthur Stringer

"The Prairie Wife" tells the story of a woman named Marcia Day, who moves to the Canadian prairies with her husband, Dan Devine, in search of a new life and opportunities.Set against the backdrop of the vast and untamed Canadian wilderness, the novel explores the challenges and triumphs faced by Marcia as she adapts to life on the prairie. As the story unfolds, Marcia encounters various hardships, including harsh weather conditions, isolation, and conflicts with neighboring settlers. Despi...

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Splash!... That's me, Matilda Anne! That's me falling plump into the pool of matrimony before I've had time to fall in love! And oh, Matilda Anne, Matilda Anne, I've got to talk to you! You may be six thousand miles away, but still you've got to be my safety-valve. I'd blow up and explode if I didn't express myself to some one. For it's so lonesome out here I could go and commune with the gophers. This isn't a twenty-part letter, my dear, and it isn't a diary. It's the coral ring I'm cutti...

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Arthur Stringer

I opened my eyes and saw a pea-green world all around me. Then I heard the doctor say: “Give ’er another whiff or two.” His voice sounded far-away, as though he were speaking through the Simplon Tunnel, and not merely through his teeth, within twelve inches of my nose. I took my whiff or two. I gulped at that chloroform like a thirsty Bedouin at a wadi-spring. I went down into the pea-green emptiness again, and forgot about the Kelly pad and the recurring waves of pain that came bigger and...