This work relates that its main official had once been required to "walk among the people" and perhaps present "a recital of some sort."
This work relates that its main official had once been required to "walk among the people" and perhaps present "a recital of some sort." A receptacle used in this work was purportedly made of pieces of previous boxes, and for the rest of the year, was kept in Mr. Graves' barn. One possible reason for the title event is provided by Old Man Warner, who says that an old saying relates that when it is held "in June, corn be heavy soon," hinting at a pagan agricultural ritual behind it. This story ends with Tessie Hutchinson being stoned to death. FTP, name this short story by Shirley Jackson.
This work relates that its main official had once been required to "walk among the people" and perhaps present "a recital of some sort."
"The Lottery"