Shock Absorber

Von Wald, E. G.Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 49K words
Chapters: 5

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Shock Absorber by E. G. Von WaldAuthor: Von Wald, E. G.,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Jan 21, 2008

Editor's review

Shock Absorber is a short English-language work by E. G. Von Wald, made available as a free ebook by Project Gutenberg. According to the available information, it falls under American and Canadian literature and is not long, making it suitable as an introductory text for reading English originals. This edition was proofread and released by volunteers, so the text is easy to obtain and convenient to read on electronic devices at any time. For readers who want to understand the style of mid-twentieth-century English genre fiction or who wish to practice English reading in shorter stretches, this book offers a lightweight option. It is better suited to extensive reading than to in-depth research; readers are advised to treat it as a short reading trip, focusing on narrative pacing and character dialogue rather than demanding complex literary analysis. If used in a classroom or reading group, it can be paired with works by the same author or from the same period for comparative reading.

Who it's for

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English learners who want to practice extensive reading with short English originals
General readers interested in mid-twentieth-century American genre fiction
Readers who need free ebook resources for light reading
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Not a good fit for

Researchers expecting in-depth literary criticism or scholarly annotation
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Readers who prefer long, complex plots and multi-strand narratives

Reading tips

Read through once to grasp the plot, then revisit key dialogue to appreciate the characters' tone.
When you meet unfamiliar words, first guess from context; look them up after finishing the passage.
Set aside about thirty minutes for a short reading session, suitable for commuting or bedtime.
After reading, try summarizing the story in two or three sentences to check whether you have grasped the main thread.

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FAQ

Is this book a complete full-length novel?

According to the available information, it is a shorter work, not a long major novel. It is better suited to a short reading session or extensive reading than to a thick volume requiring days of sustained study. For the exact length, refer to the actual electronic text.

Can readers with average English proficiency read this book?

As a public-domain short story, its language difficulty is usually lower than that of long classics, but basic English reading ability is still needed. High school level or above is recommended, along with dictionary tools; for long sentences, first identify the main structure, then look at modifiers.

Why is this book recommended for extensive reading practice?

Its short length makes it easy to finish in one sitting, giving a complete reading experience that is also easy to review. Readers can first read through without looking up words, then revisit difficult points, gradually building familiarity with English narrative rhythm; this is easier to sustain than starting with a long work.

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Von Wald, E. G. Author

E. G. Von Wald is an author about whom very little public information is available; there are no reliable records of nationality, dates of birth and death, or educational background. Four works by this author are held in the collection: Shock Absorber, Fair and Warmer, Easy Does It, and World Without War, commonly classified under inspirational and personal growth writing. Judging from these titles and the category, the writing tends to focus on themes such as personal mindset adjustment, pacing one's life, and peace and social responsibility, with a plain and practical style aimed at offering ordinary readers guidance on self-improvement and dealing with life. Because biographical details are lacking, a full assessment of the author's body of work and influence is not yet possible; only the existing works hint at a writing orientation centered on everyday growth.