02300cam a22003133u 4500 3380 UtSlPG 20260610133111.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 Staccato Notes of a Vanished Summer (from Literature and Life) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-10-22 Produced by David Widger "Staccato Notes of a Vanished Summer (from Literature and Life)" by William Dean Howells is a reflective piece that falls into the category of literary essays, likely written during the early 20th century. This work captures the essence of summer at Kittery Point, Maine, exploring themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the idyllic charm of coastal life. The narrative weaves together personal observations and a deep appreciation for the natural surroundings and the local community. The book is structured as a series of vignettes, with the narrator contemplating the fleeting nature of summer and the memories associated with it. Descriptions of the coastal landscape and maritime activities paint a vibrant picture of Kittery Point, while observations about the village's inhabitants and their lives offer a glimpse into a simpler, more connected existence. The narrative captures moments of beauty and tranquility, interspersed with reflections on the historical significance of the region, as seen through the lens of both personal experience and historical context. Through the character of Jim the cat and the interactions within the village, Howells evokes a sense of belonging and the bittersweet realities of change, encapsulating the essence of a summer that feels uniquely precious and ultimately ephemeral. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories Maine -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3380 45451 45451