Publisher's Synopsis
The Great Stone of Sardis and The Water Devil: The Novels and Stories of Frank R. Stockton V11 is a collection of works by Frank R. Stockton, an American writer known for his humorous and fantastical stories. This volume includes two of his most popular works: The Great Stone of Sardis and The Water Devil. The Great Stone of Sardis is a novel set in the fictional town of Sardis, where a large stone has been discovered that is believed to have magical powers. The story follows the townspeople as they try to harness the stone's power for their own purposes, leading to a series of humorous and unexpected events.The Water Devil is a collection of short stories that also feature Stockton's trademark humor and imagination. The stories range from tales of mermaids and sea monsters to stories of mistaken identity and magical transformations.Overall, The Great Stone of Sardis and The Water Devil: The Novels and Stories of Frank R. Stockton V11 is a delightful collection of works that showcase Stockton's unique blend of humor, fantasy, and satire. It is a must-read for fans of classic American literature and anyone who enjoys a good laugh.1900. Part Eleven of Twenty-three. Thonias Hewlings Stockton, clergyman, wrote fantastic tales for children under the pen name Frank R. Stockton. He also wrote books for adults. Among his amusing books for children Rudder Grange is the best known. The Lady and the Tiger, Adventures of Captain Horne, Mrs. Null, The Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine, The Hundredth Man, Great Stone of Sardis, and Captain�������s Tollgate were also quite popular. The Great Stone of Sardis begins: It was about noon of a day in early summer that a westward-bound Atlantic liner was rapidly nearing the port of New York. Not long before, the old lighthouse on Montauk Point had been sighted, and the company on board the vessel were animated by the knowledge that in a few hours they would be at the end of their voyage. Also contains The Water Devil, a Marine Tale. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
