Kent Knowles: Quahaug
The story revolves around Kent Knowles, a young man who inherits a large sum of money from his uncle. He decides to use the inheritance to buy a small island off the coast of New England and establish a home for himself. Kent's plans are soon disrupted by the arrival of Quahaug, an old sailor who has been living on the island. Quahaug is a cantankerous and eccentric individual who resents Kent's presence and attempts to drive him away. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Quahaug is not just a simple-minded old man, but rather a complex character with a deep understanding of human nature. Through his interactions with Kent, Quahaug reveals his own backstory and motivations, which are rooted in a tragic event from his past. The novel explores themes of isolation, loneliness, and the complexities of human relationships. It also delves into the tensions between tradition and progress, as embodied by the contrast between Quahaug's old-fashioned ways and Kent's modern aspirations. Ultimately, the story is a nuanced exploration of the human condition, one that challenges readers to think critically about their assumptions and biases.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1906 · Genre: Fiction, Literary Fiction, Humor · 19 chapters · 163,524 words
First lines
It was Asaph Tidditt who told me how to begin this history. Perhaps I should be very much obliged to Asaph; perhaps I shouldn't. He has gotten me out of a difficulty -- or into one; I am far from certain which.
Ordinarily -- I am speaking now of the writing of swashbuckling romances, which is, or was, my trade -- I swear I never have called it a profession -- the beginning of a story is the least of the troubles connected with its manufacture. Given a character or two and a situation, the beginning of one of those romances is, or was, pretty likely to be something like this:
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Literary Fiction, Humor, Adventure, Coming-of-Age
- Length: 163,524 words
- Structure: 19 chapters, 3,523 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Fiction — The narrative is a work of fiction, focusing on character development and imaginative storytelling.
- Literary Fiction — The book explores complex themes and character introspection, typical of literary fiction.
- Humor — The writing style incorporates humor, providing comedic elements throughout the story.
- Adventure — The plot includes elements of adventure, as characters engage in various escapades.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Fiction · Novel · New England Setting · Maritime Fiction · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Small Town Life · Quahog Clam Industry · Family Dynamics · Friendship · Love Story
Contents
- Which is not a Chapter at All
- Which Repeats, for the most Part, what Jim Campbell Said to me and what I Said to Him
- Which, Although it is Largely Family History, should not be Skipped by the Reader
- In which Hephzy and I and the Plutonia Sail Together
- In which we View, and Even Mingle Slightly with, the Upper Classes
- In which we are Received at Bancroft's Hotel and I Receive a Letter
- In which a Dream Becomes a Reality
- In which the Pilgrims Become Tenants
- In which we Make the Acquaintance of Mayberry and a Portion of Burgleston Bogs
- In which I Break all Previous Resolutions and Make a New One
- In which Complications Become more Complicated
- In which the Truth is Told at Last
- In which Hephzy and I Agree to Live for each Other
- In which I Play Golf and Cross the Channel
- In which I Learn that all Abbeys are not Churches
- In which I Take my Turn at Playing the Invalid
- In which I, as Well as Mr. Solomon Cripps, am Surprised
- In which the Pilgrimage Ends where it Began
- Which Treats of Quahaugs in General