The Adventure of the Impromptu Mountaineer
The Adventure of the Impromptu Mountaineer is a short story written by Grant Allen in 1893. It tells the tale of a young man who, while on vacation in Switzerland, decides to climb a mountain without any prior experience or equipment. The story follows his adventures as he struggles to reach the summit and return safely.
By Grant Allen · First published 1895 · Genre: Adventure, Romance, Comedy · 8,521 words
First lines
The explosion and evaporation of Dr. Fortescue-Langley (with whom were amalgamated the Comte de Laroche-sur-Loiret, Mr. Higginson the courier, and whatever else that versatile gentleman chose to call himself) entailed many results of varying magnitudes.
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The Adventure of the Impromptu Mountaineer is listed on Textopian as a short story by Grant Allen, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Romance, Comedy, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 8,521 words
- Structure: 1 section, 140 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative involves a journey, exploration, and a rescue mission, which are central elements of adventure stories.
- Romance — The plot centers around the romantic tension and relationship between the protagonist and Harold Tillington.
- Comedy — The story includes humorous elements and witty dialogue, particularly in the interactions between characters.
- Drama — The narrative contains emotional and interpersonal conflicts, especially regarding societal expectations and personal desires.
Tags
adventure · mountaineering · exploration · mystery · suspense · nature · friendship · survival · humor · travel · outdoors · character development