Stories and Sketches by Harriet S. Caswell
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| Author | Caswell, Harriet S., 1834- |
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| Title | Stories and Sketches |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Terry Dolan -- The faithful wife -- Emma Ashton -- Thoughts on autumn -- Wandering Davy -- Looking on the dark side -- Edward Barton -- The weary at rest -- The rainy afternoon -- The student's dream -- Uncle Ephraim -- Story of a log cabin -- Hazel-Brook Farm -- Old Rufus -- The diamond ring -- The unfortunate man -- The old schoolhouse -- Arthur Sinclair -- The snow storm -- The new year. |
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| Summary | "Stories and Sketches" by Harriet S. Caswell is a collection of fictional narratives written in the late 19th century. The work appears to portray various facets of life through the lens of diverse characters, starting with the compelling story of Terry Dolan, an Irish immigrant. Other narratives in the collection likely explore themes of hardship, love, and personal growth, reflecting the social values and the human experience of the time. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces Terry Dolan, who has emigrated from Ireland and is working as a chore boy. The story unfolds as he shares his sorrowful past, revealing his struggles with family and his immigrant experience, including encounters with hardship, homesickness, and the humor that arises from his peculiar personality. The storytelling blends humor with a poignant examination of emotional resilience as Terry navigates his challenges. The opening definitely sets a tone of compassion and reflection, inviting readers to engage with the trials of its characters against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal tribulations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20493 |
| Release Date | Jan 31, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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