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Silence, and Other Stories
Hardcover
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025250427
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Dec 12 2025
Pages: 210
Weight: 1.04
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Step into the evocative world of Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman with Silence, and other stories, a compelling collection of American short fiction. A celebrated woman writer and master of regionalism, Freeman transports readers to the heart of New England, revealing lives shaped by its distinctive social customs and unique landscapes.
Through these meticulously crafted tales, Freeman explores the quiet dramas and profound human experiences that define communities in rural America. Her keen eye for detail and deep understanding of character illuminate the challenges, resilience, and complexities of individuals, particularly women, navigating their roles within close-knit New England society. Each story captures the essence of everyday life, transforming the seemingly mundane into narratives rich with emotion and enduring truth. Silence, and other stories stands as a significant contribution to American literature, celebrated for its literary artistry and historical resonance. It offers a timeless exploration of social mores, personal courage, and the enduring spirit found within the specific charm of New England. This collection remains a powerful and captivating read, inviting contemplation on the universal aspects of the human condition through the distinct lens of regional storytelling.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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