Cupid and the law : a collection of short stories by Rae Soares
"Cupid and the Law: A Collection of Short Stories" by Rae Soares is a compilation of fictional narratives that explores various human experiences and moral dilemmas, likely written in the early 20th century. Set against a backdrop that includes Hawaii and touches on themes such as love, sacrifice, and societal norms, the collection features both comedic and tragic elements as characters navigate their personal lives and relationships." The stories within this collectiondelve into a range of characters and scenarios, showcasing the complexities of love and the law. For instance, in "A Deal in Opium," Ah Pung, a smuggler, enlists the help of a sailor, Sam Roberts, to navigate legal complications while pursuing romance with his daughter, Kealoha. In "Cupid and the Law," the narrative discusses the challenges faced by a husband who ultimately betrays his faithful wife when fortune tempts him with a new love. Each tale conveys the nuanced relationship between desire, morality, and the sometimes harsh realities of human choices, drawing on cultural elements specific to Hawaii and broader human themes that resonate across different settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Soares, Rae, 1888-1955 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 08020862 |
| Title | Cupid and the law : a collection of short stories |
| Original Publication | United States: The Hawaiian Gazette Co., Ltd., 1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | A deal in opium -- A modern Evangeline -- Cupid and the law -- The new magnetic healer -- In the valley of teeth -- The raid at Punchbowl -- A change of opinion -- A fatal excursion. |
| Credits | Carol Brown, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74214 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 100 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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