The wonder stick by Stanton A. Coblentz
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"The Wonder Stick" by Stanton A. Coblentz is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in a prehistoric time, the story explores the lives of early humans through the eyes of the main character, Ru, and the dynamics within his tribe, particularly focusing on his rivalry with the chief, Grumgra. The tale appears to delve into themes of survival, courage, and the struggle for acceptance within a society that is
both brutal and close-knit. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the prehistoric world of Umbaddu, where Grumgra, a fierce and intimidating leader, confronts Ru, who is smaller and described as "Sparrow-Hearted." The tension escalates as Ru returns after an expedition only to face derision and scapegoating for a disastrous event in the tribe's migration. Characterized by their strong physiques and primitive customs, the inhabitants of Umbaddu are depicted in vivid detail against the backdrop of their harsh environment. The opening chapters set the stage for Ru's internal conflict and his desire to prove his worth amidst the ridicule and the challenges imposed by the formidable Grumgra, hinting at the growth and transformation that may occur as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Coblentz, Stanton A. (Stanton Arthur), 1896-1982 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Glankoff, Sam, 1894-1982 |
| LoC No. | 29022397 |
| Title | The wonder stick |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Cosmopolitan Book Corporation, 1929. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Prehistoric peoples -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cave dwellers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71371 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71371-7 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 199 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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