The Vizier of the Two-Horned Alexander by Frank R. Stockton
"The Vizier of the Two-Horned Alexander" by Frank R. Stockton is a novel crafted in the late 19th century. The story weaves together historical legend and fantastical narrative, focusing on the titular character, Crowder, who claims to be the Vizier of the fabled Two-Horned Alexander, a figure said to be distinct from Alexander the Great. The narrative touches on themes of immortality and the implications of living through historical epochs, as Crowderrecounts his extraordinary life experiences. At the start of the novel, the protagonist shares his thrilling escape from a shipwreck on a French steamer bound for New York. In the midst of chaos, Crowder meets Mr. Crowder, who remains calm and convinces the narrator to stay aboard the sinking ship instead of boarding an overcrowded lifeboat. This encounter sparks a deep friendship, leading to extended conversations where Crowder divulges his incredible and fantastical backstory, including his alleged adventures alongside Alexander and his claim of having discovered the Fountain of Immortality. As Crowder shares his stories—from encounters with historical figures like Abraham and Solomon to his observations of various cultures—a portrait of a man grappling with the burdens and curiosities of eternal life begins to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stockton, Frank R., 1834-1902 |
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| Title | The Vizier of the Two-Horned Alexander |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Suzanne Shell, Bonny Fafard, Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Immortalism -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10368 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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