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Sarah Orne Jewett

The Life of Nancy

The Life of Nancy

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The Life of Nancy by Sarah Orne Jewetts is a collection of 19th-century fiction with eleven short stories. It explores themes of romance, mourning, and new beginnings, featuring masterful descriptions of its settings and characters. The edition includes a new cover design and readable font, making it accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences while preserving the original tranquility and beauty of the work.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press


Sarah Orne Jewett's The Life of Nancy is a serene and heart-touching collection of 19th-century fiction, featuring eleven short stories. In "A War Debt," Tom Burton finds himself stuck in Boston, caring for his grandmother. Despite his long-held dream of a vacation, he is forced to embark on a long trip to Virginia when his grandmother confesses to possessing an item stolen during the war and is desperate to return it to its owner. In "A Second Spring," a grieving farmer must adapt to his new life after the passing of his wife of forty years. "My Sad Captains" follows the exciting love life of a widow who has already made peace with her predicament. The title story, "The Life of Nancy," follows a serendipitous relationship between Tom and Nancy after Tom is stranded with her family. When Tom's friend suffers an injury during their vacation, the two are unable to travel and are forced to find somewhere to stay. Initially out of desperation, Tom grows to enjoy his time staying with Nancy's family on the Maine island. However, he must leave after his friend heals and says goodbye to Nancy. As they grow older, their paths cross more than expected, and their bond withstands the test of time. The Life of Nancy is a sentimental collection filled with masterful descriptions of its settings and characters. Featuring themes of nostalgia and tradition, this Sarah Orne Jewett collection is emotional and beautiful, resonating with readers even over a century after its original publication. This edition of The Life of Nancy by Sarah Orne Jewett features beautiful illustrations by renowned artist Walter Crane, adding to the timeless appeal of this classic work.


Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135205

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