The Comings of Cousin Ann by Emma Speed Sampson

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Author Sampson, Emma Speed, 1868-1947
Title The Comings of Cousin Ann
Note Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Comings of Cousin Ann" by Emma Speed Sampson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the character of Cousin Ann Peyton, a once-beautiful Southern belle who is now an elderly woman traveling from one relative’s home to another, seeking hospitality in a world that seems increasingly indifferent to her presence. The story explores themes of family, aging, and social status through the lens of Cousin Ann's experiences with her relatives. The opening of the novel introduces Ryeville, a quaint town in Kentucky, and its aging residents, among whom the old veterans of the Civil War share stories on a porch. As the inhabitants gossip, they express both affection and slight derision for Cousin Ann, who is viewed as a burden by some of her more privileged relatives, like the Bucknors. The narrative sets a tone that combines nostalgia with the bittersweet nature of Cousin Ann’s visits, as she navigates the changing perceptions of kinship and the complexities of family ties. Judith, a forward and energetic young woman, appears to garner attention as well, hinting at potential interactions between the younger generation and the aging Cousin Ann amid the ongoing family dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Cousins -- Fiction
Subject Kentucky -- Fiction
Subject Families -- Fiction
Subject Hospitality -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 28439
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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