The Adventure of the Oriental Attendant
The Adventure of the Oriental Attendant is a short story by Grant Allen that was first published in 1893. The story follows a young Englishman named Harry Oke, who travels to India and becomes involved in a dangerous adventure involving a mysterious oriental attendant. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and must use his wits to survive. The story is known for its suspenseful plot and vivid descriptions of Indian culture and scenery.
By Grant Allen · First published 1893 · Genre: Mystery, Adventure, Romance · 7,409 words
First lines
I did not sleep that night. Next morning, I rose very early from a restless bed with a dry, hot mouth, and a general feeling that the solid earth had failed beneath me.
Still no news from Harold! It was cruel, I thought. My faith almost flagged. He was a man and should be brave. How could he run away and hide himself at such a time? Even if I set my own anxiety aside, just think to what serious misapprehension it laid him open!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Adventure, Romance, Thriller, Crime
- Length: 7,409 words
- Structure: 1 section, 117 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The plot revolves around a disappearance, a suspected crime, and the pursuit of justice, which are central elements of the mystery genre.
- Adventure — The narrative involves a journey, disguise, and evasion, which are typical of adventure stories.
- Romance — The story includes a romantic relationship that is central to the plot, with themes of love and commitment.
- Thriller — The tension, pursuit by detectives, and the urgency of the situation contribute to a thrilling atmosphere.
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mystery · detective · crime · suspense · thriller · adventure · investigation · plot twist · historical · fiction · short story · British literature