Mary Larcom Dow

Old Days at Beverly Farms

Herausgeber: North Shore Printing Co

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 86
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 132g
• ISBN-13: 9781015975385
• ISBN-10: 1015975380
• Artikelnr.: 66819781

Autorenporträt

Mary Larcom Dow (1856-1929) remains a cherished figure in the literary tapestry of early American literature, particularly noted for her regional historical accounts. Born in Beverly, Massachusetts, to the well-known Larcom family, Mary was cousin to the eminent poet, Lucy Larcom. Imbued with literary talent, Dow inscribed her name in history with her distinguished work 'Old Days at Beverly Farms,' a compelling narrative that tenderly captures the essence of nineteenth-century life in her hometown. Meticulously chronicling the customs, events, and personages that shaped the community, Dow's writings present an invaluable portal to the past, elegantly weaving the socio-cultural fabric of her time through a blend of anecdotal charm and historical accuracy. Her narrative style, characterized by a poignant nostalgia and lucid prose, offers readers both an education and an evocation of the quaint charm of rural New England. 'Old Days at Beverly Farms' epitomizes Dow's literary finesse and stands as a testament to her dedication to preserving the heritage of Beverly Farms. Through her work, Dow not only contributed to the collective memory of her community but also cemented her place as a significant, albeit lesser-known, voice in American literature.