Mary E. Wilkins / Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman / Mary EWilkins
This collection of short stories showcases Freeman’s keen insight into human nature and the intricacies of small-town life in New England. The stories explore themes of childhood, family dynamics, social expectations, and moral dilemmas, often with a touch of irony or humor. Freeman’s characters, particularly women and children, navigate the constraints of society, revealing the subtle tensions and emotions that lie beneath everyday interactions.Included are: 'The Copy-Cat,' 'The Cock of the Walk,' 'Johnny-In-The-Woods,' 'Daniel and Little Dan’l,' 'Big Sister Solly,' 'Little Lucy Rose,' 'Noblesse,' 'Coronation,' 'The Amethyst Comb,' 'The Umbrella Man,' 'The Balking of Christopher,' and 'Dear Annie.'
