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Doctor Nye of North Ostable
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025610030
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 434
Weight: 1.72
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Doctor Nye of North Ostable: A Novel is a compelling work of fiction by Joseph C. Lincoln that captures the essence of early 20th-century New England life. The story follows Ephraim Nye, a local physician who returns to the village of North Ostable after years of absence following a public scandal that tarnished his reputation. Faced with the cold shoulders and lingering prejudices of his former neighbors, Dr. Nye must navigate the intricate social landscape of a tight-knit community to clear his name and reclaim his place in society.
Lincoln's narrative is rich with the local color and dry humor for which he is celebrated, painting a vivid portrait of Cape Cod personalities and small-town dynamics. As the doctor treats the physical ailments of the townspeople, he also confronts the moral and emotional wounds of the past. The novel explores themes of forgiveness, resilience, and the power of truth in the face of gossip and tradition. Doctor Nye of North Ostable: A Novel remains a heartwarming and insightful exploration of human nature, making it an enduring classic of American regional literature. Readers will find themselves drawn into the quiet drama and eventual triumphs of a man determined to restore his honor and serve his community once again.
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