Joyce of the North Woods - Comstock, Harriet T.
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The man lying flat on the rock which crusted Beacon Hill raised his head with a snake-like motion, and then let it fall back again upon his folded arms. His body had not moved; it seemed part of the stone and moss. The midsummer afternoon was sunny and hot, and the fussy little river rambling through the Long Meadow was talking in its sleep. Lazily it wound around young maples, and ferny groups-it would crush them by and by, poor trusting things-then it would stumble against a rock or pile of loose stones, wake up and repeat the strain it had learned at its mother's breast, far up in the North Woods.…mehr

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The man lying flat on the rock which crusted Beacon Hill raised his head with a snake-like motion, and then let it fall back again upon his folded arms. His body had not moved; it seemed part of the stone and moss. The midsummer afternoon was sunny and hot, and the fussy little river rambling through the Long Meadow was talking in its sleep. Lazily it wound around young maples, and ferny groups-it would crush them by and by, poor trusting things-then it would stumble against a rock or pile of loose stones, wake up and repeat the strain it had learned at its mother's breast, far up in the North Woods.
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Harriet Theresa Comstock, an esteemed American novelist and prolific author of children's literature, was born to Alpheus Smith and Jean A. Downey in Nichols, New York. Her academic journey led her to Plainfield, New Jersey, where she received a comprehensive education that laid the foundation for her literary pursuits. In 1885, she entered a new chapter of her life by marrying Philip Comstock, a resident of Brooklyn, New York. Despite the demands of married life, Comstock embarked on her writing career in 1895, demonstrating a remarkable talent for crafting captivating short stories for various magazines. However, it was her dedication to creating books primarily aimed at children that truly solidified her legacy. Comstock's works not only entertained young readers but also imparted valuable lessons and moral values. Through her stories, she transported children to whimsical worlds filled with adventure, imagination, and wonder. Her contributions to children's literature endure as cherished classics, resonating with generations of readers. Harriet Theresa Comstock's passion for storytelling and her commitment to nurturing young minds through literature remain an enduring testament to her talent and influence in the realm of children's literature.