The House of Martha (Classic Reprint)
No. of pages 390
Published: 2022
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"The House of Martha" by Frank R. Stockton is a whimsical tale that explores themes of hospitality and human nature through the lens of a curious traveler. The story follows a man who comes across an idyllic house that seems to embody the perfect home, yet he soon realizes that the residents live under peculiar rules of hospitality dictated by Martha, the mistress of the house. As he navigates this strange environment, he finds himself questioning the nature of kindness and the complexities of human interaction, leading to humorous and thought-provoking moments that highlight the foibles of social conventions. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 390 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by Forgotten Books .
Frank R. Stockton (1834-1902) was born in Philadelphia and as the author of many novels, short stories and imaginative tales for children, he remained one of the most popular humorists in the United States until his death. P. J. Lynch won the 1987 Mother Goose Award and has twice been awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal.