Reno — a Book of Short Stories and Information by Lilyan Stratton

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Author Stratton, Lilyan
Title Reno — a Book of Short Stories and Information
Note Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Social and industrial life -- Reno tragedies -- Reno romance -- Reno comedies -- Reno and its people -- Nevada divorce laws -- Sons of the Sagebrush.
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Reno — a Book of Short Stories and Information" by Lilyan Stratton is a collection of short stories and informational content written in the early 20th century. The book aims to explore life in Reno, Nevada, which is often associated with divorce, by presenting a range of social, romantic, and tragic encounters experienced by its residents and visitors. Through these narratives, Stratton expresses a deep affection for the city, seeking to shift perceptions from mere ridicule to appreciation. The beginning of the book sets the stage for a multifaceted exploration of Reno. It introduces various characters and scenarios, from a banker sharing intimate moments with a mysterious beauty in a cafe to heart-wrenching tales of individuals melded in the complexities of love and divorce. Stratton discusses the social landscape of Reno, emphasizing the vibrancy, drama, and range of human emotions that coexist in this unique setting. The author shares her personal insights and experiences, indicating that beneath the surface lies a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be uncovered, offering readers a glimpse into the city that often defies expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F786: United States local history: New Southwest. Colorado River, Canyon, and Valley
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Reno (Nev.) -- Fiction
Subject Reno (Nev.)
Subject Divorce -- Nevada
Category Text
EBook-No. 5951
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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