The Queen of Sheba, and My Cousin the Colonel

by Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Overview

Excerpt: Masses of dark cloud still crowded the zenith, but along the eastern horizon, The book carry's on the tradition of the Bangsian Fantasy and brings together an assortment of heavyweights from the history and mythology together to create a satire that showcase the power of vocal humor, for which Bangs was largely renowned for during his time. After the House-Boat was hijacked by Captain Kidd at the end of "A House-Boat on the Styx", the various members of its club decided that in order to track it down, a detective would have to be called in. So they hired Sherlock Holmes, who, at the time of the book's publication, had indeed been declared dead by his creator.and minarets—­an Oriental city, indeed, such as is inhabited by poets and dreamers and other speculative persons fond of investing their small capital in such unreal estate. Young Lynde, in spite of his prosaic profession of bookkeeper, had an opulent though as yet unworked vein of romance running through his composition, and he said to himself as he gave a slight twitch to the reins, "I'll put up there to-night at the sign of the Golden Fleece, or may be I'll quarter myself on one of those rich old merchants who used to do business with the bank in the colonial days." Before he had finished speaking the city was destroyed by a general conflagration; the round red sun rose slowly above the pearl-gray ruins, and it was morning.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783958648654
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	10/24/2017
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	209
File size:	607 KB

About the Author

Thomas Bailey Aldrich (1836-1907) was an American poet, novelist, and editor whose literary prowess and editorial acumen left an indelible mark on 19th-century American literature. Born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Aldrich's early life was marked by the death of his father, which thrust him into the world of letters as a means of financial support. His early experiences in New York City, where he worked as a clerk, deeply influenced his literary voice.Aldrich's poetry, characterized by its wit and precision, earned him a place among the notable literary figures of his time. His works often explored themes of nostalgia, nature, and the human condition, resonating with a broad audience. As an editor of the prestigious Atlantic Monthly from 1881 to 1890, Aldrich championed the works of emerging writers, including the likes of Emily Dickinson and Mark Twain, thus shaping the American literary canon.Aldrich's personal life was not without controversy. His conservative views on social issues, particularly his opposition to women's suffrage, sparked debates among his contemporaries. Despite this, his literary contributions were widely respected, and his innovative narrative techniques, such as the use of unreliable narrators, influenced subsequent generations of writers.Aldrich's legacy is a testament to his versatility and influence in American letters. His ability to blend humor with poignant social commentary continues to captivate modern readers, ensuring his place in the annals of literary history.
Thomas Bailey Aldrich; November 11, 1836 – March 19, 1907) was an American writer, poet, critic, and editor. He is notable for his long editorship of The Atlantic Monthly, during which he published works by Charles W. Chesnutt and others. He was also known for his semi-autobiographical book The Story of a Bad Boy, which established the "bad boy's book" sub genre in nineteenth-century American literature, and for his poetry, which included "The Unguarded Gates" (Wikipedia)