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_aJewett, Sarah Orne, _d1849-1909 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Queen's Twin and Other Stories |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2008-03-13 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aThe queen's twin -- A Dunnet shepherdess -- Where's Nora? -- Bold words at the bridge -- Martha's lady -- The coon dog -- Aunt Cynthy Dallett -- The night before Thanksgiving. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by Al Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"The Queen's Twin and Other Stories" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book explores rich themes of New England life, focusing on the characters that inhabit the coastal regions of Maine. Throughout the opening story, "The Queen's Twin," readers are introduced to Mrs. Todd and the titular Abby Martin, a woman who shares a birthday with Queen Victoria. This connection serves as a thread around which the narrative and the life experiences of Abby revolve, engaging with both personal history and the larger world. The opening of "The Queen's Twin" presents a picturesque setting of Dunnet Landing in Maine, emphasizing the connection between its inhabitants and the sea. The narrative introduces Mrs. Todd, who has just returned from visiting Abby Martin, and hints at the excitement of their impending visit to Abby. As Mrs. Todd shares her experiences, the sense of community and historical awareness amongst the characters becomes evident. Their discussions center on Abby's identity as "the Queen's Twin," revealing her fascination with the monarchy and underscoring the theme of longing for connection beyond the immediate rural life. The relationship between Mrs. Todd and her community is portrayed with warmth and humor, setting the tone for the stories to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 653 | _aNew England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aWomen -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction | ||
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