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The Givers and Other Stories

The Givers and Other Stories

The Givers and Other Stories

Mary E. Wilkins / Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman / Mary EWilkins

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2025
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9781557424358
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A collection of deeply human and evocative stories, The Givers and Other Stories showcases Mary E. Wilkins Freeman’s keen insight into the lives of ordinary people, particularly women, in 19th-century New England. With a delicate balance of realism and sentiment, these tales explore themes of self-sacrifice, independence, and the complexities of human relationships. Freeman’s masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make this collection a timeless study of resilience and quiet strength.Included: 'The Givers,' 'The Revolt of Sophia,' 'Lucy,' 'Eglantina,' 'Joy,' 'The Reign of the Doll,' 'The Chance of Araminta,' 'The Butterfly,' and 'The Last Gift.'

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