Asabri by Gouverneur Morris (1925)
Asabri is a novel written by Gouverneur Morris that tells the story of a young woman named Asabri who lives in a small village in Africa. The book follows her journey as she navigates through life and learns about love, loss, and the importance of family. Throughout the novel, Asabri faces many challenges and obstacles, but ultimately finds strength and resilience within herself.
By Gouverneur Morris · First published 1925 · Genre: Adventure, Drama, Humor · 5,832 words
First lines
Asabri, head of the great banking house of Asabri Brothers in Rome, had been a great sportsman in his youth. But by middle-age he had grown a little tired, you may say; so that whereas formerly he had depended upon his own exertions for pleasure and exhilaration, he looked now with favor upon automobiles, motor-boats, and saddle-horses.
Almost every afternoon he rode alone in the Campagna, covering great distances on his stanch Irish mare, Biddy. She was the handsomest horse in Rome; her master was the handsomest man. He looked like some old Roman consul going out to govern and civilize. Peasants whom he passed touched their hats to him automatically. His face in repose was a sort of command.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Gouverneur Morris
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Humor, Romance, Social Commentary
- Length: 5,832 words
- Structure: 1 section, 173 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Adventure — The plot revolves around Asabri's adventurous journey through the Campagna, encountering brigands and engaging in unexpected escapades.
- Drama — The narrative explores themes of personal transformation, financial ruin, and redemption, with a focus on character development and emotional depth.
- Humor — The story contains humorous elements, particularly in Asabri's interactions with the brigands and his playful deception.
- Romance — Romantic subplots are present, such as the brigands' desires for love and companionship, and Asabri's metaphorical love for life.
Tags
adventure · exploration · mystery · historical · fiction · romance · survival · conflict · courage · friendship · betrayal · journey