The Ward of Tecumseh
Nov 2022 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "When the beautiful Sally Habersham accepted Dick Ogilvie her girl associates rejoiced quite as much as she did, foreseeing the return to their orbits of sundry temporarily diverted masculine satellites. Her mother's friends did not exactly rejoice, for Dick Ogilvie had been a great "catch" and his capture was a sad loss, but they certainly sighed with relief; for they had always felt that Sally Habersham was altogether too charming to be left at large. About the only mourners were a score or so of young men, whose hearts sank like lead when they heard the news. The young men took the blow variedly, each according to his nature. One or two made such a vehement pretense of not caring that everybody decided that they cared a great deal; two or three laughed at themselves in the vain hope of preventing other people from laughing at them; several got very drunk, as a gentleman might do without disgrace in that year of 1812; others hurriedly set off to join the army of thirty-five thousand men that Congress had just authorized in preparation for the coming war with Great Britain; the rest stayed home and moped, unable to tear themselves away from the scene of their discomfiture. Of them all none took the blow harder than Jaqueline Telfair, commonly known as Jack. Jack was just twenty-one, and the fact that he was a full year younger than Miss Habersham, had lain like a blight over the whole course of his wooing. In any other part of the land he might have concealed his lack of years, for he was unusually tall and broad and strong, but he could not do so at his home in Alabama, where everybody had known everything about everybody for two hundred years and more. Still, Jack hoped against hope and refused to believe the news until he received it from Miss Habersham's own lips Miss Habersham, by the way, was not quite so composed as she tried to be when she told him. Jack was so big and fine and looked at her so straight and, altogether, was such a lovable boy that her heart throbbed most unaccountably and before she quite knew what she was doing she had leaned forward and kissed him on the lips. "Good-by, Jack, dear," she said softly. Then, while Jack stood petrified, she turned and fled. She did not love Jack in the least and she did love Dick Ogilvie, but—Oh! well! Jack was a gentleman; he would understand. Jack did understand. For a few seconds he stood quite still; then he too walked away, white faced and silent."
About the author
Crittenden Marriott, an enigmatic figure in early 20th-century American literature, was born in 1867 and carved a unique niche with his adventurous spirit and eclectic storytelling. Marriott's life was a tapestry of diverse experiences, from his early days as a journalist to his explorations in remote corners of the world. This wanderlust infused his writing with a vivid sense of place and authenticity that captivated readers.Marriott's literary contributions spanned genres, including science fiction, historical novels, and adventure tales. His works often reflected the tumultuous political landscapes of his time, offering readers a blend of escapism and critical reflection. Marriott's ability to weave complex characters and intricate plots earned him a dedicated following and influenced contemporary writers who admired his narrative prowess and imaginative scope.A man ahead of his time, Marriott championed revolutionary ideas about technology and its impact on society, themes that resonate with today's readers in our tech-driven world. His foresight into the potential and perils of technological advancements marked him as a visionary, making his works relevant even in modern discourse.Controversy was never far from Marriott, as his bold opinions and unorthodox lifestyle often clashed with societal norms. Yet, it was this very defiance of convention that endeared him to a generation seeking change and innovation. His legacy endures, not just in his literary output but in his fearless pursuit of new horizons, both literal and metaphorical.
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