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_aTownsend, George Alfred, _d1841-1914 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aTales of the Chesapeake |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-04-05 | ||
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Bethanne M. Simms, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"Tales of the Chesapeake" by George Alfred Townsend is a collection of narratives written in the late 19th century. The work appears to focus on the history, folklore, and characters of the Chesapeake Bay area, weaving together tales that embody the local culture and landscape. The stories reflect a deep-seated connection to the region, drawing upon its history and the interplay between human experiences and the natural world. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to a nostalgic and sensory-rich depiction of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, specifically referencing the Pocomoke River area. The narrator, possibly reflecting Townsend’s own sentiments, yearns for a return to simpler times and the peace of his childhood home. This setting serves as a backdrop for the series of tales, hinting at stories yet to come, including themes of love, loss, and community. Following this introduction, the narrative shifts to "King of Chincoteague," where varied characters, including an outcast preacher and a Jewish oyster man, engage in a poignant tale surrounding themes of faith, identity, and redemption against the backdrop of Christmas. This blend of rich imagery and character-driven storytelling sets the tone for the remainder of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aChesapeake Bay Region (Md. and Va.) -- Fiction | ||
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