THE CAPTAINS TOLL GATE: Travel and Adventure (Annotated)

Unique Elements Historical Context Detailed 20th Century Historical Map Adventure written in times before the morrow, sophisticated in a way modern stories lack. The Captains Toll Gateby Frank Richard Stockton is a book of epic adventure first published in 1902 New York. A true book of worth, a classic that lives in an era of timeless distinction. Early books emit an excellence unlike any from modern times. You will not be dissatisfied with this works. Sneak Peek About two miles from the town, and at the top of the first long hill which was climbed by the road, a tall white pole projected upward against the sky, sometimes perpendicularly, and sometimes inclined at a slight angle. This was a turnpike gate or bar, and gave notice to all in vehicles or on horses that the use of this well-kept road was not free to the traveling public. At the approach of persons not known, or too well known, the bar would slowly descend across the road, as if it were a musket held horizontally while a sentinel demanded the password. Synopsis As this-The Captain's Toll-Gate-is the last of the works of Frank R. Stockton that will be given to the public, it is fitting that it be accompanied by some account of the man whose bright spirit illumined them all. Frank Richard Stockton was an American writer and humorist, best known today for a series of innovative children's fairy tales that were widely popular during the last decades of the 19th century. Stockton avoided the didactic moralizing common to children's stories of the time, instead using clever humor to poke at greed, violence, abuse of power and other human foibles, describing his fantastic characters' adventures in a charming, matter-of-fact way. "A stunning reprint" At Little Boy Publishing we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original author’s publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title is a must read for both young and old, words strung together with such romantic precision, a style that you just do not see in the modern age. This title will make an excellent gift to the classic buff in your life or a fantastic addition to your current collection. We are ready to ship this book off to you today at lightning speed, so you will find yourself indulging in this title without delay. Title Details Original 1903 Scripture adventure 5 x 8 Inches Matte Cover White Paper