Between two thieves

Name: Between two thieves
Author: Richard Dehan

By Richard Dehan

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The narrative opens in a mountain village where an elderly paralytic sits in an invalid chair, watching a monoplane and reflecting on its potential to carry wounded from battle as hospital aircraft. Scenes alternate between the old man's vivid observations of sunsets and alpine vistas and the town's evening life, from promenades and band music to domestic gardens and routines. Through detailed local color and contrasted images of modern invention and rural tradition, the text explores technological optimism, memory, and the rhythms of community.

About the Author

Richard Dehan

Richard Dehan was a British author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the genres of fiction and short stories. His works often explore themes of morality, human experience, and the complexities of life. Among his notable titles is "Between Two Thieves," which showcases his narrative style and character development. Dehan's stories, such as those found in "Off Sandy Hook, and Other Stories," reflect a keen observation of society and the human condition, making him a distinctive voice in his literary era.