Ned's Stroke of Business
The story revolves around a young man who suffers a stroke and undergoes significant personal growth as he navigates his new reality. His experiences challenge societal norms and expectations surrounding masculinity, disability, and identity. The narrative explores themes of resilience, adaptation, and the complexities of human relationships in the face of adversity.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · Genre: Coming-of-Age, Young Adult, Realistic Fiction · 2,022 words
First lines
"Jump in, Ned; I can give you a lift if you're going my way. " Mr. Rogers reined up his prancing grey horse, and Ned Allen sprang lightly into the comfortable cutter. The next minute they were flying down the long, glistening road, rosy-white in the sunset splendour. The first snow of the season had come, and the sleighing was, as Ned said, "dandy."
"Going over to Windsor, I suppose," said Mr. Rogers, with a glance at the skates that were hanging over Ned's shoulder.
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Ned's Stroke of Business is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated Date unknown.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: Date unknown
- Language: English
- Genres: Coming-of-Age, Young Adult, Realistic Fiction, Adventure, Sports Fiction
- Length: 2,022 words
- Structure: 1 section, 34 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist navigates challenges and personal growth, particularly in the context of financial independence and responsibility.
- Young Adult — The story centers on adolescent characters and their experiences, making it relatable to a young adult audience.
- Realistic Fiction — The plot is grounded in everyday life and realistic scenarios, focusing on relatable social dynamics and personal ambitions.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of adventure through the protagonist's initiative to create a skating rink and face various challenges.
Tags
Business Fiction · Canadian Literature · Coming-of-Age Story · Family Drama · Humor · Literary Fiction · Novel · Satire · Small Town Life · Social Commentary · Stroke of Genius · Success Story