The Pearl of Orr's Island - Stowe, Harriet Beecher
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Experience the timeless charm of a Maine coastal community in Harriet Beecher Stowe's "The Pearl of Orr's Island: A Story of the Coast of Maine." This historical fiction novel follows a captivating story of girls growing up in a bygone era. Set against the backdrop of a close-knit maritime world, Stowe paints a vivid picture of life, loss, and resilience. Explore themes of family, community, and coming-of-age as you immerse yourself in this beautifully rendered portrayal of 19th-century Maine. The book's enduring appeal lies in its heartwarming characters and its evocative depiction of a…mehr

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Experience the timeless charm of a Maine coastal community in Harriet Beecher Stowe's "The Pearl of Orr's Island: A Story of the Coast of Maine." This historical fiction novel follows a captivating story of girls growing up in a bygone era. Set against the backdrop of a close-knit maritime world, Stowe paints a vivid picture of life, loss, and resilience. Explore themes of family, community, and coming-of-age as you immerse yourself in this beautifully rendered portrayal of 19th-century Maine. The book's enduring appeal lies in its heartwarming characters and its evocative depiction of a unique time and place. Discover this classic work of literary fiction, meticulously prepared for republication, and lose yourself in the rich tapestry of its historical setting. A poignant and unforgettable tale. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896) was an American abolitionist and author, renowned for her seminal work, 'Uncle Tom's Cabin', a novel that exposed the harsh realities of slavery and fomented anti-slavery sentiment before the American Civil War. Born in Litchfield, Connecticut, she was the seventh of thirteen children of the famous minister Lyman Beecher. With a staunch evangelical upbringing and keen intellect, Stowe used her literary talents to further social causes. Her novel 'The Pearl of Orr's Island' (1862), though lesser-known, is another significant literary piece that underlines Stowe's dedication to exploring social themes within a domestic narrative. The book delves deeply into the descriptive realism of life in New England, while interweaving a story of love, loss, and community. Scholarly assessment of Stowe's work often highlights her narrative style, which combines domestic sentimentality with powerful sociopolitical critique. Stowe's novels, having been instrumental in shaping American literature, also function as important historic documents, reflecting the complex attitudes towards race, religion, and society during the 19th century. Her writing stands out for its emotional depth, its vivid characters, and its potent representation of societal issues, a literary approach that continues to beckon scholarly interest and discussion.