Arcadie. I by Arthur Willis Colton
The book "I, by Arthur Willis Colton" is a novel that explores the themes of identity, morality, and the human condition. It tells the story of a man named John who discovers that he is not who he thought he was, but rather a creation of a mad scientist who has been manipulating his thoughts and actions for years. As John struggles to come to terms with this revelation, he must also confront the darker aspects of his own nature and the society in which he lives. The novel raises important questions about the nature of reality, free will, and the human condition, and is a thought-provoking and unsettling read.
By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1916 · Genre: Fiction, Adventure, Sci-Fi · 79 words
First lines
PART I. WEST-EASTERLY MORALITIES
On the road to Arcadie,
Past the mountains, past the sea,
Past the crossways soberly
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Arcadie. I is listed on Textopian as a short story by Arthur Willis Colton, dated 1916 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Willis Colton
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Adventure, Sci-Fi
- Length: 79 words
- Structure: 1 section, 13 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — ARCADIE. I is a work of fiction, featuring imaginary events and characters.
- Adventure — The story comprises various exciting and adventurous events.
- Sci-Fi — The book incorporates elements of science fiction with technological concepts.
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Romance · Fantasy · Adventure · Magic · Mystery · Coming of Age · Self-discovery · Young Adult · LGBTQ+ · Gender Identity · Science Fiction · Time Travel