Harriet Beecher Stowe

Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories (eBook, ePUB)

With Illustrations

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories', Harriet Beecher Stowe offers a collection of charming anecdotes and tales that paint a vivid picture of New England village life. Stowe's literary style in this book is characterized by its simplicity and warmth, appealing to readers with its nostalgic and heartwarming storytelling. Written in the mid-19th century, 'Oldtown Fireside Stories' reflects the sentimentality and moral values of the time, making it a valuable insight into American literature of the era. Stowe's realistic depiction of character and setting adds depth and authenticity to the stories, creating a rich tapestry of rural New England life. As an author who is known for her social commentary and advocacy for social reform, Stowe uses these stories to subtly address issues of morality and community in a captivating and engaging manner. 'Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories' is a must-read for those interested in 19th-century American literature, offering a glimpse into the everyday lives and values of a bygone era.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 3044
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066137571
• Artikelnr.: 58760153

Autorenporträt

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811–1896) was a prominent American abolitionist and author, best known for her landmark novel 'Uncle Tom's Cabin', a powerful and provocative depiction of the harsh realities of slavery in the southern United States. Born in Litchfield, Connecticut, she was the seventh child of the influential clergyman Lyman Beecher, which equipped her with a strong moral compass and an impetus to influence society through her writings. Stowe's ambitious literary career spanned numerous works, yet it is her intimate portrayal of human suffering during the antebellum period that has indelibly marked her contributions to American literature and social reform. Her poignant storytelling extends into her other works, including 'Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories' which is a collection that encapsulates the local color of New England through engaging characters and vivid dialect, a testament to the range and depth of Stowe's literary style. Stowe's impact on the 19th-century abolitionist movement and her ability to harness the power of narrative to sway public opinion is profound. Her writings continue to resonate, testifying to her literary and moral legacy, a witness to the endurance of the human spirit against the injustices of her time. Stowe's prolific output and poignant expression of socio-political concerns cement her place as a luminary in American literature.