The Graham, Margaret Collier 1850-1910 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Wizard's Daughter and Other Stories" by Margaret Collier Graham is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The stories explore the interwoven lives of characters against pastoral backdrops and themes of human emotion, nature, and social dynamics. The opening story, "The Wizard's Daughter," introduces a range of characters navigating personal challenges and relationships in a rustic setting, hinting at the blend of realism and moral inquiry. At the start of the collection, the reader is introduced to a young man named Mr. Palmerston, who is convalescing at the Dysart cabin in California. As he interacts with Mrs. Dysart and another newcomer, Professor Brownell, the dynamics of their conversations reveal both personal insecurities and communal aspirations, particularly relating to water rights and agricultural ambitions. The exchange between Mrs. Dysart and Palmerston sets a humorous yet poignant tone, highlighting themes of health, hope, and the tensions between science and faith. The atmosphere is rich with natural imagery, and the character interactions foreshadow deeper explorations into human relationships and personal motivations that continue throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The wizard's daughter -- Marg'et Ann -- At the foot of the trail -- Lib -- For value received -- The face of the poor. Release date is 2008-08-14 Produced by Geetu Melwani, Annie McGuire, Stephen Hope and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Short stories United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified 05030272 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26307 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26307 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133613.0 26307