Mo-Poke! by John Arthur Barry (1925)

Name: Mo-Poke!
Author: John Arthur Barry

The story revolves around a young boy who discovers a mysterious and ancient artifact that allows him to travel through time. He uses this power to alter historical events, but soon realizes the consequences of his actions are catastrophic. The narrative explores themes of power, responsibility, and the butterfly effect.

By John Arthur Barry · First published 1925 · Genre: Adventure, Western, Fiction · 2,954 words

First lines

‘Yes, I'm from out back,' said a dark, wiry little man, as he dismounted from his horse at a Queensland frontier-township hotel, in answer to a question from one of a knot of bushmen and drovers assembled in the verandah. ‘Out back beyond the Warburton, an' a nice warm time I've had of it, too!'

‘My eye! ' exclaimed the first speaker. ‘Been right away in that new country we been hearin' of, eh? What like a shop is it, mate?'

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Work type: Short story
Author: John Arthur Barry
Date: 1925 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Western, Fiction, Humor, Drama
Length: 2,954 words
Structure: 1 section, 37 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Adventure — The plot revolves around a cattle herder's experiences in the Australian bush, including encounters with wildlife and indigenous people.
Western — The setting and themes reflect the frontier life and challenges faced by characters in a rural, lawless environment.
Fiction — The narrative is a fictional account that explores human experiences and interactions in a specific cultural context.
Humor — The storytelling style includes humorous elements and colloquial language that add levity to the serious situations.