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A Bicycle Of Cathay

A Bicycle Of Cathay

Stockton, Frank R.

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Fiction AnthologiesChinaGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1162793465
ISBN13: 9781162793467
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Bicycle of Cathay is a novel written by Frank R. Stockton. The story revolves around a young American man named John Gayther who embarks on a journey to China. He purchases a bicycle and sets off on a mission to explore the country and its culture. Along the way, he meets a variety of interesting characters, including a group of Chinese soldiers, a wealthy businessman, and a beautiful young woman. As John travels deeper into China, he becomes more and more fascinated by the country's rich history and traditions. However, he also finds himself caught up in a dangerous political situation, and must use his intelligence and resourcefulness to navigate the treacherous landscape. A Bicycle of Cathay is a captivating tale of adventure, romance, and cultural exploration that will appeal to readers of all ages.1904. With a memorial sketch of Mr. Stockton and a Bibliography of his work. 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, Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine, The Hundredth Man, Great Stone of Sardis, and Captain�������s Tollgate were also quite popular. Contents: The Doctor�������s Daughter; A Bad Twist; The Duke�������s Dressing-Gown; A Bit of Advice; The Lady and the Cavalier; The Holly Sprig Inn; Mrs. Chester is Troubled; Orso; A Runaway; The Larramie Family; The Three McKennas; Back to the Holly Sprig; A Man with a Letter; Miss Edith is Disappointed; Miss Willoughby; An Icicle; A Forecaster of Human Probabilities; Repentance Avails Not; Beauty, Purity and Peace; Back From Cathay; A Memorial Sketch of Mr. Stockton, by Marian E. Stockton and A Bibliographical List of the Writings of Mr. Stockton. 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.

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