More E. K. Means by E. K. Means
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| Author | Means, E. K. (Eldred Kurtz), 1878-1957 |
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| Illustrator | Kemble, E. W. (Edward Windsor), 1861-1933 |
| Title |
More E. K. Means Is This a Title? It Is Not. It Is the Name of a Writer of Negro Stories, Who Has Made Himself So Completely the Writer of Negro Stories That This Second Book, Like the First, Needs No Title |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Diada, daughter of discord -- Getting ready to die -- A mascot jinx -- Messing with matrimony -- A corner in pickaninnies -- Idle dreams -- The gift of power -- Owner of Doodle-bug -- Every pose a picture -- D.D. |
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| Summary | "More E. K. Means" by E. K. Means is a collection of humorous stories centered around African American life, likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative reflects the author's fascination with the cultural intricacies and personalities of black communities in the South, emphasizing their vibrant characteristics and humorous outlook on life, notably through absurd and exaggerated depictions. The opening portion introduces a striking character named Diada, depicted in a grotesque and humorous light, who was rescued by Captain Lemuel Manse from a cannibal tribe. The initial scenes capture a blend of humor and horror as her presence astounds the local characters, revealing their prejudices and misconceptions. Diada's interactions with the townspeople and her clumsy adoption into their lives set the stage for comedic misunderstandings and societal commentary, as she appears like an alien amidst their mundane world while simultaneously showcasing her unique ways. Overall, the opening serves to establish both the whimsical tone and the cultural backdrop of Means' stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | African Americans -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59476 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 51 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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