Short Game

Joe Fleming, a youth of twenty, earning his livelihood as a sailmaker and supporting his mother and sisters by his trade, augments his income by prize-fighting before so-called sporting clubs. On the eve of his marriage to Genevieve, an employe' in the Silversteins' candy shop, Joe is to fight his last bout before a club, having promised Genevieve to give up "the game," which, while it seems wrong to her, is to him a clean and manly as well as lucrative occupation.

“The Most Dangerous Game” (1924) is the Richard Connell short story that continues to fascinate readers with its suspense and action. This is the original story—only word order and difficult vocabulary have been updated. Biographical information, end notes, and analysis of the major themes follow the text. AR Quiz No. 8634 EN Fiction Upper Grades - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1.0. For other short stories in easy to understand modern English search the web for “George Lakon.”

Thrones doesn't have to be over with season eight! Here are six short stories about the characters you love: How Bronn met Tyrion; Jamie becomes the greatest swordsman; The back story of Varys; Can Arya kill the Hound?; Samwell Tarly's story; and Dragons aren't just for show. A perfect addition to your GOT collection, including Hodor's Autobiography, Thoughts in My Head by Ned Stark, and Things Jon Snow Knows!

Nineteen of Wodehouse's funniest stories, all focusing upon the tribulations of the followers of the great mystery that is golf. Collecting the complete text of both The Clicking of Cuthbert and The Heart of a Goof, and including such classics as A Woman is Only a Woman, Ordeal by Golf, The Long Hole, Keeping in with Vosper, and The Magic Plus Fours.

Stagehands argue about their relationship between acts, a mountain climber struggles to rise above the summit of public opinion, the man once sent to kill a princess finds her working at a diner, retired superheroes lament their new life, and a villain threatens to blow up the world if he can get the Henchman Union to end contract negotiations. These are some of the situations found in this second collection of ten-minute plays. Each one is designed to be produced with just a few actors, few props, and within a single setting. They are easy to perform or fun to just read.

One by one, the men who discovered and opened the tomb of King Men-He-Rah are beginning to die. Superstition spreads that they have been cursed by the dead king. Poirot is asked to investigate the supernatural deaths by a concerned mother. Hastings is left bewildered when Poirot asserts his belief in the supernatural.

Follow the adventures of Zippy the pippy puppy. Zippy is a brave little pup that loves to go on adventures! These are five fun stories about Zippy and the fun he has on his journeys.

In this companion story to Numbers Game, Chan Norwell comes from the perfect citizen family. His mother is chief of the city monitor force, his brother an all-star, and his sister a prodigy - which leaves little wiggle room for a nobody like Chan. He is determined to have his time in the spotlight at last. But he doesn't expect things to go so horribly wrong. Alone, dishonored, and humiliated, Chan can only see one way out.

More tales from Davon Montgomery.

Follow the adventures of Dilly the dolphin! Dilly is an exchange student from Saltwater Academy. His new school is Freshwater Elementary. Will he fit in?

It's the final day of the Underguard tournament and Erick has a problem. A problem wrapped up in a blue, costume parka named Heidi. She's bossy. She's bitchy. And she's constantly on Erick's nerves and mind. If he doesn't do something soon, his team is going to lose to her. It's a gambit, but a surprise bet with Heidi might turn the tides. And, looking at Heidi's plump rear in those tight yoga pants, might just give Erick the needed motivation to finally tame his tumultuous rival.

Follow the adventures of Tooty the tiger. Tooty is a special and adventurous little tiger. She only has three legs but that doesn't stop her from doing anything.

FROM THE DARKEST RECESSES OF THE MIND TO THE DARKEST CORNERS OF THE GALAXY These are tales of the future twisted and turned by the trends of the present. Like a funhouse mirror that reflects imperfectly, these are tales seen through a glass darkly. From a new consciousness birthed in a glitchy computer program, to a warning of the future unheeded by the first emperor of Rome. From the events of H. G. Wells’ The Time Machine told from the Morlocks’ point of view, to a look at the Beatles if they had never become famous. From a brain in a jar who solves galactic mysteries, to a space ...

Five fun short stories, hilarious jokes, and more! Lucky Lucy is the luckiest cat in the world. Although she is very lucky, she learns not to push her luck too far! Finds out when her luck runs out. This is an excellent audiobook for beginning and early listeners. Each story is fun and exciting. This audiobook also includes some funny jokes! These short stories are great for listening aloud with friends and family at home or school.

There was a heavy snow right before Easter. How will the Easter Bunny deliver Easter baskets to all the children of the world? Find out what happens. Also includes some funny Easter jokes for lots of laughs. Listen to this audiobook and spend some quality time with your child!

Why do you suppose some combat veterans give up the sport of hunting? Is it because they gain empathy with the hunted, or hunting a prey less cunning than they has lost its allure. Richard Connell, in this short story “The Most Dangerous Game” takes us where the hunter becomes the hunted. This hunter is not being hunted by a beast less cunning or calculating than he is, like a lion or a tiger. No, this hunter is a master at his craft, crueler and only slightly better armed than he is.

In this book, you will get a glimpse at Wall Street Bets, the subreddit that costs two of the largest hedge funds hundreds of millions of dollars. This will show you a David and Goliath story about a short squeezed that took the GameStop stock to the moon and made traditional Wall Street look and think about the little guys before thinking about squeezing a company backed by real-life trolls.

In order for their team to win the gold, these two sworn enemies are going to have to learn to play nice. Anna If there’s one thing I hate, it’s those super perfect wealthy athletes who have everything handed to them on a silver platter. Nadia – or Little Miss Sunshine as I like to call her – comes from gymnastics royalty, but I’m not impressed by the blonde princess. I’ve worked hard to make it to the International Games despite my blue collar upbringing. I’m not going to let my sworn enemy and new roommate ruin my concentration, even if I find myself inconveniently attracted...

Ruby James has finally made it. As an official Rater, she's reached upper class society and all that comes with it - a huge house in a guarded neighborhood, box seats, and an elite client list. She even has the perfect boyfriend to go with it, one she expects to marry as soon as her career settles. Then she uncovers a terrible secret. One her boss will do anything to protect.

Listen along as Woody and the gang go on a campout; Anna, Elsa, and Olaf have a slumber party; Pongo puts his puppies to bed; and more! With one story for every day of the year, bedtime has never been so much fun.