Arthur by Edgar Wallace (1927)
The novel ARTHUR by Edgar Wallace follows the story of a young man who inherits a large fortune and must navigate the challenges that come with it. Along the way, he encounters various characters who help or hinder his journey towards finding true happiness. The book explores themes of wealth, power, love, and morality in a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.
By Edgar Wallace · First published 1927 · Genre: Poetry, Military Fiction, Satire · 625 words
First lines
'Oo's the Gen'ral 'ere? sez I; / 'Oo's the Gen'ral 'ere? / 'O, 'e's a Prince o' the Royal Blood, so you 'aven't got / nothin' to fear. ' / But 'e marched me 'ere, an' 'e marched me there, / To burn blank cartridges everywhere; / An' 'e made me sweat, an' 'e made me swear -- / Did Arthur!
Wot can the Gen'ral do? sez I; / Wot can the Gen'ral do? / 'O, 'e 's a Prince o' the Royal Blood, an' 'e don't know / much about _you_! ' / But 'e doubled me round on a big field day: / An' 'e checked me for loafin' -- a mile away! / An' I found there's a time for work an' play / With Arthur!
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Arthur is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edgar Wallace, dated 1927 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edgar Wallace
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Military Fiction, Satire, Drama, Historical Fiction
- Length: 625 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Military Fiction — The narrative revolves around military themes, including soldiers and their experiences.
- Satire — The text critiques social and military hierarchies, using humor and irony.
- Drama — The work presents a conflict and character interactions typical of dramatic literature.
Tags
mystery · crime · thriller · suspense · detective · investigation · murder · secrets · intrigue · plot twists · characters · London