The Dog Star by Joseph C. Lincoln
A young boy inherits a farm and must learn to care for it and its animals after his father's death. He faces various challenges including financial struggles, harsh weather conditions, and the responsibility of caring for his younger sister. Through hard work and determination, he eventually succeeds in turning the farm around and providing for his family.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1905 · Genre: Humor, Fiction, Adventure · 6,500 words
First lines
It commenced the day after we took old man Stumpton out codfishing. Me and Cap'n Jonadab both told Peter T. Brown that cod wa'n't biting much at that season, but he said cod be jiggered.
"What's troubling me just now is landing suckers," he says.
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The Dog Star is listed on Textopian as a short story by Joseph C. Lincoln, dated 1905 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Humor, Fiction, Adventure, Social Commentary, Romance
- Length: 6,500 words
- Structure: 1 section, 122 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Humor — The narrative is filled with comedic situations, witty dialogue, and absurd character interactions that create a light-hearted tone.
- Fiction — The story is a work of fiction, presenting a fictional narrative with invented characters and events.
- Adventure — The characters embark on a fishing trip and face unexpected challenges, including a storm and a chase, which adds an element of adventure.
- Social Commentary — The story reflects on social dynamics, class differences, and the absurdities of human behavior, particularly in the context of family and relationships.
Tags
Classic American Literature · Novel · Fiction · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary · Small Town Life · Marriage · Family Dynamics · Friendship · Community · Isolation