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by Rupert Hughes · 1872–1956
"What Will People Say?" by Rupert Hughes is a novel written in the early 20th century. It follows the story of Lieutenant Harvey Forbes, a young soldier recently returned from the Philippines, as he navigates the vibrant yet perplexing world of New York City. In particular, the narrative focuses on his fascination with the beauty and allure of women in high society, especially a mysterious woman he encounters while exploring Fifth Avenue. The book appears to delve into themes of love, social expectations, and the complexities of human interactions in a rapidly changing urban environment. At the start of the story, Lieutenant Forbes observes the bustling streets of New York and reflects on his time away. He becomes enthralled by the parade of women, with his attention fixed on one captivating figure adorned with a striking hat. As he attempts to catch a glimpse of her face, he experiences a mix of admiration and envy, propelling him into a quest to uncover her identity. The narrative introduces the contrasts between lavish city life and personal conflict as Forbes assesses the seemingly effortless interactions among the well-to-do, all while grappling with his own emotions and the implications of what love and desire entail in such a dynamic society.
Summary generated automatically by Project Gutenberg.
- Read time
- 680 min
- Words
- 149,614
- Chapters
- 74
- Paragraphs
- 4,350
- Price
- Free
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
At length he found that she was breathless, pale, squandered.
Al final, él descubrió que estaba sin aliento, pálida, deshecha.
She hung all her weight on his arm, and grew so heavy that it ached.
Ella colgaba todo su peso de su brazo, y se volvía tan pesada que le dolía.
And now, when he looked down at her, he saw that the operator had inadvertently put upon them the green light.
Y ahora, cuando él la miró hacia abajo, vio que el operador había inadvertidamente puesto sobre ellos la luz verde.
In Forbes' eyes it had a sickly, cadaverous glimmer as of death and dissolution.
En los ojos de Forbes tenía un brillo enfermizo y cadavérico como de muerte y disolución.
He did not know that she was about to swoon; but she was so gray and lifeless that he was frightened.
Él no sabía que ella estaba a punto de desmayarse; pero estaba tan gris y sin vida que él se asustó.
In the green, clammy radiance she looked as if she had been buried and brought back to the daylight.
En el resplandor verde y húmedo parecía como si hubiera sido enterrada y traída de vuelta a la luz del día.
She was horribly beautiful.
Era horriblemente hermosa.
Just in time the music came to an abrupt end, and the danse macabre was done.
Justo a tiempo, la música llegó a un abrupto final, y el danse macabre había terminado.
But the floor still wheeled beneath his feet, and he staggered as he held her limp and swaying body.
Pero el suelo aún giraba bajo sus pies, y él tambaleó mientras sostenía su cuerpo flácido y oscilante.
She shook the dizziness from her eyes, and put away his arm, but seized it again.
Ella sacudió el mareo de sus ojos, y apartó su brazo, pero lo volvió a agarrar.
He supported her to the table and guided her to a seat.
Él la apoyó hasta la mesa y la guió a un asiento.
Then he caught up a glass and put it to her wan mouth.
Luego tomó un vaso y lo llevó a su boca pálida.
Ten Eyck, who had been watching them from his place, shoved a chair against Forbes relaxing knees, and set a tall glass in his hand, saying:
Ten Eyck, que los había estado observando desde su lugar, empujó una silla contra las rodillas relajadas de Forbes, y le puso un vaso alto en la mano, diciendo:
About the author
Rupert Hughes1872–1956
Rupert Hughes (1872–1956) was an American writer, historian, and filmmaker born in Missouri and active in Hollywood.
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Book details
- Original language
- English
- Translation
- Spanish, machine translation
- Source text
- Project Gutenberg #38311
- Licence
- Public domain in the United States
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