Tropic death by Eric Walrond

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Author Walrond, Eric, 1898-1966
LoC No. 26018164
Title Tropic death
Original Publication New York: Boni & Liveright, 1926.
Note Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents Drought -- Panama gold -- The yellow one -- The wharf rats -- The palm porch -- Subjection -- The black pin -- The white snake -- The vampire bat -- Tropic death.
Credits Tim Lindell, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "Tropic Death" by Eric Walrond is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the lives of West Indian peasants, highlighting their struggles, cultural backgrounds, and interactions within a harsh and beautiful tropical environment. The characters’ experiences embody themes of poverty, resilience, and the complexities of life in the Caribbean. At the start of the book, the opening story titled "Drought" introduces Coggins Rum, a stone cutter in Barbados, as he navigates his challenging life under the relentless sun. The narrative vividly describes the oppressive heat and drought affecting the land, leading to hardship for the local black population. Coggins’ interactions with his family, particularly with his light-skinned daughter, Beryl, set the stage for exploring the nuances of identity and community in this vibrant yet demanding setting. As the story unfolds, the reader is immersed in the physical and emotional landscapes shaped by social realities, traditional customs, and the search for sustenance amidst despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Barbados -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Panama -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 71465
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 23, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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