The Adventure of the Cantankerous Old Lady
The Adventure of the Cantankerous Old Lady is a short story written by Grant Allen in 1895. It tells the tale of an elderly woman who lives alone and has a reputation for being difficult to deal with. One day, she receives a visit from a young man who claims to be her long-lost nephew. The old lady is initially suspicious but eventually warms up to him and invites him to stay with her. However, things take an unexpected turn when the young man reveals his true intentions.
By Grant Allen · First published 1895 · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Comedy · 8,896 words
First lines
On the day when I found myself with twopence in my pocket, I naturally made up my mind to go round the world.
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The Adventure of the Cantankerous Old Lady is listed on Textopian as a novel by Grant Allen, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Comedy, Drama, Social Commentary
- Length: 8,896 words
- Structure: 1 section, 141 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey around the world, seeking adventure and embracing uncertainty.
- Mystery — The narrative involves intrigue and deception, particularly with the character of the Count and the jewel-case.
- Comedy — The story contains humorous elements, especially in the protagonist's witty interactions and observations.
- Drama — The plot includes dramatic elements such as the protagonist's financial struggles and the tension with the Cantankerous Old Lady.
Tags
mystery · detective · adventure · crime · suspense · humor · old age · character study · quirky · British literature · short story · plot twist