The Oak Shade, or, Records of a Village Literary Association by Maurice Eugene
"The Oak Shade, or, Records of a Village Literary Association" by Maurice Eugene is a collection of stories written in the mid-19th century. The work appears to be a compilation of narratives that showcase the lives and experiences of villagers, focusing on themes of morality, human folly, and the quirks of social behavior. The opening section introduces interesting characters like Hans Dundermann, a Dutch miser, and hints at various tales to come,
reflecting on the complexities of human nature. The beginning of the book establishes a literary association within a village setting, giving readers a glimpse into the casual camaraderie and shared stories among the members. The editor reflects on the genesis and previous iterations of the literary association while setting the tone with humor and warmth. The listener's curiosity about Hans Dundermann unfolds as a storyline centered around a miserly character intrigued by wealth and possibly haunted by tales of hidden treasures, which sets up a narrative that promises to explore moral lessons through engaging anecdotes and character-driven stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
The Oak Shade, or, Records of a Village Literary Association
Original Publication
United States: Willis P. Hazzard,1855.
Contents
Dedication -- Preface -- Hans Dundermann: the Dutch miser -- The wisdom of preserving moderation in our wishes -- The sick mother -- The excellencies of lying -- The alchemist; or, the magic funnel -- The beauty of a well cultivated heart -- The dream of a loafer -- Conclusion.
Credits
Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 46.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
