A Rabbit of the World by Grant Allen
A Rabbit of the World is a novel by Grant Allen that follows the story of a young man named Harry Burrard who travels around the world in search of adventure and fortune. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including financial difficulties, romantic entanglements, and political intrigue. The book is known for its vivid descriptions of exotic locations and its exploration of themes such as identity, ambition, and cultural difference.
By Grant Allen · First published 1893 · Genre: Nature Writing, Humor, Essay · 1,522 words
First lines
A LITERARY Lady, sentimental as was the wont of literary ladies before the incarnation of the New Woman, went once to call on a Great Poet, who pervaded these regions. But the Great Poet was coy, says the legend, and listened not to the voice of the Literary Lady, charmed she never so wisely. He refused to be drawn by her cunning blandishments, but smoked on in peace, glaring gruffly from his chimney corner. So at last the Great Poet's wife, feeling that the situation grew slightly strained, endeavoured to create a diversion by saying, "My dear, won't you take Mrs. Gusherville to see the garden? " The Great Poet, thus checkmated, rose unwillingly from his seat, and strode three paces ahead through the shrubbery paths, followed, _longo intervallo_, by the panting Mrs. Gusherville. Never a word did he say as he paced the lawn with his heavy tread; but at last, as he approached one garden border, he turned towards his visitor.
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A Rabbit of the World is listed on Textopian as a short story by Grant Allen, dated 1893 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Nature Writing, Humor, Essay, Satire, Fiction
- Length: 1,522 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Nature Writing — The text focuses on the natural behavior and environment of rabbits, describing their interactions with the landscape and other animals.
- Humor — The narrative includes humorous observations and anecdotes, particularly in the interactions between humans and rabbits.
- Essay — The work is structured as a reflective essay, offering personal insights and philosophical musings on the coexistence with rabbits.
- Satire — There is a satirical tone in the depiction of human attempts to control nature and the futility of such efforts.
Tags
nature · animals · rabbit · adventure · survival · wildlife · ecosystem · habitat · behavior · environment · exploration · fable