02741cam a22003613u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000090011910000330012824500300016126400510019130000470024233600260028933700260031533800360034150000310037750502160040850801850062452013020080953400450211165300320215665300530218865300390224170000370228085600430231799900190236059642UtSlPG20260610134356.0mcr n260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a21019418  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aF0011 aDow, Mary Larcom,d1835-192010aOld Days at Beverly Farms 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2019  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2019-05-310 aSketch of Mary Larcom Dow [by Katharine P. Loring] -- Old days at Beverly Farms -- Lucy Larcom: a memory -- Letters written by Mrs. Dow -- Appreciation by Sarah E. Miller -- Extracts from letters about Mrs. Dow.  aProduced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive)  a"Old Days at Beverly Farms" by Mary Larcom Dow is a memoir written in the early 20th century, reflecting on life in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts. The book captures the essence of the author's childhood memories and community spirit during a time when the area was characterized by its close-knit relationships and a deep connection to nature. It serves as a nostalgic portrayal of the past, exploring themes of friendship, family, and the passage of time.  In this evocative collection of memories, Mary Larcom Dow recounts tales from her life in Beverly Farms, sharing anecdotes about the people, customs, and environment that shaped her upbringing. Through vivid descriptions, readers are introduced to colorful characters such as Uncle David Larcom and Aunt Betsey, as well as local traditions and pastimes, from school experiences to community gatherings. Dow’s reflections also touch on significant historical changes, including the impact of the Civil War and the transition of societal values, creating a rich tapestry that illustrates both the joys and challenges of her childhood in a small New England village. The memoir is not only a personal narrative but also a social history that offers insights into the cultural fabric of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aDow, Mary Larcom, 1835-1920  aBeverly Farms (Mass.) -- Social life and customs  aBeverly Farms (Mass.) -- Biography1 aLoring, Katharine P.,d1849-194340uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59642  c100468d100468