The Gnomes of the Saline Mountains: A Fantastic Narrative by Anna Goldmark Gross
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About this eBook
| Author | Gross, Anna Goldmark |
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| Illustrator | Ballin, I. T. |
| LoC No. | 13000039 |
| Title | The Gnomes of the Saline Mountains: A Fantastic Narrative |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Gnomes of the Saline Mountains: A Fantastic Narrative" by Anna Goldmark Gross is a collection of tales likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds amidst the backdrop of a grand floral regatta along picturesque lakes, intertwining themes of beauty, envy, and the intrigue of human relationships, with a focus on a mysterious woman who captures the attention of the society around her. The opening of the narrative introduces a lively scene at Traunsee, where the atmosphere buzzes with anticipation for a much-anticipated floral regatta, attracting tourists and members of the Viennese elite. Among them is a striking, unknown woman donned in a Cleopatra costume, who becomes the center of attention, much to the jealousy of a nearby man. The narrative hints at deeper complexities, such as questions of love, wealth, and moral values, particularly as one character grapples with thoughts of infidelity and the deterioration of relationships. Additionally, amidst a thunderstorm, the scene shifts to a struggling man beset by hallucinations involving gnomes, seemingly reflecting on his troubled past and the impact of his choices on his family, signaling significant themes of regret and longing that may be explored further in the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fantasy fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43762 |
| Release Date | Sep 18, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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