Under Fire: A Tale of New England Village Life

Name: Under Fire: A Tale of New England Village Life
Author: Frank Andrew Munsey

Open in WeRead

About This Book

The narrative follows a circle of youths and townspeople in a New England village whose leisure, social gatherings, and competitive games mask simmering rivalries and class tensions; a celebrated baseball performance sparks jealousy, leading a proud youth to conspire with an accomplice to waylay a rival, an intervention by a strong-willed local man averts greater harm, and the episode unfolds into accusations, threatened arrests, and a scheme to extort the conspirator's wealthy family. Episodes alternate scenes of everyday community life with escalating moral dilemmas, exploring loyalty, envy, pride, and the ways small-town reputation shapes behavior.

About the Author

Frank Andrew Munsey

Frank Andrew Munsey was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature. He is best recognized for his novels that often explore themes of ambition and social dynamics, particularly in the context of American life. His notable works include "The Boy Broker; Or, Among the Kings of Wall Street," which delves into the world of finance and personal ambition, and "Under Fire: A Tale of New England Village Life," a narrative that captures the essence of rural community challenges. Munsey's writing reflects the complexities of his time, making him a significant figure in the literary landscape of his era.

More Books by This Author

1 picks

The Boy Broker; Or, Among the Kings of Wall Street cover

The Boy Broker; Or, Among the Kings of Wall Street by Frank Andrew Munsey