Waters, Deep and Shallow
Waters, Deep and Shallow is a collection of short stories by Frank R. Stockton. The book includes tales of adventure, mystery, and romance set in various locations around the world. Some of the stories feature characters who must navigate dangerous waters to reach their destinations, while others explore the depths of human emotion and relationships. Overall, the collection showcases Stockton's skill as a storyteller and his ability to create compelling narratives that capture readers' imaginations.
By Frank R. Stockton · First published 1895 · Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance · 4,512 words
First lines
With such a vast subject before us as the waters of our beautiful world, we must be systematic. So we will at first confine ourselves to the observation of _pleasant waters_.
Let us begin at the beginning.
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Waters, Deep and Shallow is listed on Textopian as a short story by Frank R. Stockton, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Frank R. Stockton
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance, Historical Fiction, Mystery
- Length: 4,512 words
- Structure: 1 section, 63 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot centers around exploration and daring exploits.
- Fantasy — Elements of the story include fantastical creatures and magical events.
- Romance — Subplots involve romantic relationships between characters.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and events are influenced by historical periods.
Tags
adventure · mystery · fantasy · humor · narrative · exploration · ocean · friendship · imagination · conflict · suspense · character development