The N. E. Historical Genealogist's Story
The story revolves around a historical genealogist who becomes obsessed with tracing the ancestry of a fictional character named Dorchester Adams. The narrator's search for information about Adams leads him to uncover a hidden family history that spans multiple generations, revealing secrets and surprises along the way.
By Edward Everett Hale · First published 1863 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 1,196 words
First lines
"My story," said she, "will take us far back into the past. It will be necessary for me to dwell on some incidents in the first settlement of this country, and I propose that we first prepare and enjoy the Christmas tree. After this, if your courage holds, you shall hear an over-true tale. " Pretty creature, how little she knew what was before us!
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edward Everett Hale
- Date: 1863 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Family, Tragedy
- Length: 1,196 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative involves historical elements and settings, particularly focusing on the early settlement period.
- Adventure — The plot includes adventurous elements such as the explosion and the protagonist's subsequent injuries and recovery.
- Drama — The story contains dramatic events and emotional moments, especially surrounding the Christmas celebration and the explosion.
- Family — The narrative emphasizes family relationships and interactions during the Christmas celebration.
Tags
genealogy · history · New England · biography · family history · historical research · ancestry · cultural heritage · local history · historical narrative · genealogical methods · record keeping