A Fortnight of Folly by Maurice Thompson and Hugh Conway
"A Fortnight of Folly" by Maurice Thompson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds at Hotel Helicon, an extravagant mountain hotel designed to attract authors by offering free accommodations for a summer season. Central to the beginning are several intriguing characters, notably a mysterious new guest whose identity sparks curiosity among fellow literary figures, prompting speculation and social dynamics framed by a backdrop of creative expression andhuman interaction. The opening of the book sets the scene at Hotel Helicon, highlighting its peculiar allure and the various guests it attracts. As the narrative introduces the enigmatic stranger who occupies the coveted Room 24, a buzz of speculation and excitement builds among the guests, suggesting that he may be a notable author. Through witty dialogue and observations, the text delves into the interactions between the guests, illustrating their personalities, aspirations, and rivalries. The chapter captures the essence of a summer filled with literary ambition, humor, and unexpected relationships, primarily focusing on the light-hearted intrigue surrounding the identity of the new arrival in this idyllic but whimsically chaotic setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Thompson, Maurice, 1844-1901 |
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| Author | Conway, Hugh, 1847-1885 |
| Title | A Fortnight of Folly |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | A fortnight of folly -- The tale of a sculptor, by Hugh Conway -- Carriston's gift. |
| Credits | Produced by eagkw, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41660 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 11, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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