The Four-Masted Cat-Boat, and Other Truthful Tales
Tales of 19th Century Americana and HumorBy Charles Battell Loomis
Length3h 35m
About this audiobook
In "The Four-Masted Cat-Boat, and Other Truthful Tales," Charles Battell Loomis masterfully weaves a collection of short stories that explore the intricacies of maritime life and human experience against the backdrop of the New England coast. His vivid prose and keen observations capture the essence of early 20th-century seafaring culture, steeped in a rich tradition of American folklore. Loomis employs a blend of humor and lyrical description, offering a poignant reflection on the relationship between man and nature, as well as the idiosyncrasies of coastal communities. Every tale reveals deeper truths about resilience, camaraderie, and the allure of the ocean, drawing readers into a world both familiar and extraordinary. Charles Battell Loomis was an American author known for his keen insight into the lives of everyday people, often influenced by his own experiences along the waterways of New England. His intimate knowledge of maritime lore and a deep appreciation for nature infused his writings with authenticity. Loomis's background in journalism and love for storytelling enabled him to craft narratives that resonate with warmth and authenticity, making his insights both accessible and enduring. This collection is highly recommended for readers who appreciate evocative storytelling and a glimpse into a bygone era. "The Four-Masted Cat-Boat" promises to enchant those who have a passion for the sea, folklore, or simply enjoy tales that dive deep into the human experience, making it an essential addition to any literary bookshelf.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length3 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Preface
3I THE FOUR-MASTED CAT-BOAT
4II THE POOR WAS MAD
5III A PECULIAR INDUSTRY
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6IV GRIGGS’S MIND
7V THE SIGNALS OF GRIGGS
8VI À LA SHERLOCK HOLMES
9VII MY SPANISH PARROT
10VIII “TO MEET MR. CAVENDISH”
11IX INSTINCT SUPPLIED TO HENS
12X A SPRING IDYL
13XI AN INVERTED SPRING IDYL
14XII AT THE CHESTNUTS’ DINNER
15XIII THE ROUGH WORDS SOCIETY
16XIV A NEW USE FOR HORSES
17XV A CALCULATING BORE
18XVI AN URBAN GAME
19XVII “DE GUSTIBUS”
20XVIII “BUFFUM’S BUSTLESS BUFFERS”
21AT THE LITERARY COUNTER
22XIX “THE FATHER OF SANTA CLAUS”
23XX THE DIALECT STORE
24XXI “FROM THE FRENCH”
25XXII ON THE VALUE OF DOGMATIC UTTERANCE
26XXIII THE SAD CASE OF DEACON PERKINS
27XXIV THE MISSING-WORD BORE
28XXV THE CONFESSIONS OF A CRITIC
29XXVI HOW ’RASMUS PAID THE MORTGAGE
30XXVII ’MIDST ARMED FOES
31XXVIII AT THE SIGN OF THE CYGNET
32XXIX A SCOTCH SKETCH
33UNRELATED STORIES—RELATED
34XXX EPHRATA SYMONDS’S DOUBLE LIFE
35XXXI A STRANGER TO LUCK
36XXXII CUPID ON RUNNERS
37XXXIII MY TRUTHFUL BURGLAR
38XXXIV THE MAN WITHOUT A WATCH
39XXXV THE WRECK OF THE “CATAPULT”
40ESSAYS AT ESSAYS
41XXXVI THE BULL, THE GIRL, AND THE RED SHAWL
42XXXVII CONCERNING DISH-WASHING
43XXXVIII A PERENNIAL FEVER
44XXXIX “AMICUS REDIVIVUS”
45XL THE PROPER CARE OF FLIES
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