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The House
Hardcover
Historical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023158961
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 126
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The House: An Episode in the Lives of Reuben Baker, Astronomer, and of His Wife, Alice by Eugene Field, offers a poignant glimpse into 19th-century domestic life and the intricacies of marriage. This short story delves into the profound significance of home ownership, exploring its impact on the lives and relationship of a husband and wife.
Through the lens of an astronomer and his partner, Field examines the everyday joys and challenges of building a life together under one roof. This literary work captures the essence of historical fiction, painting a vivid picture of a bygone era while resonating with timeless themes of love, commitment, and the pursuit of happiness within the familiar walls of home. A carefully restored edition, The House is a reminder of the enduring power of simple stories to illuminate the complexities of the human heart and the lasting importance of family and relationships.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.
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