Thanksgiving Stories - Collection of 40+ Tales

George Eliot, Louisa May Alcott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Andrew Lang, Eleanor H. Porter, Eugene Field, Edward Everett Hale, Susan Coolidge, Hezekiah Butterworth, Sarah Orne Jewett, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Albert F. Blaisdell, Alice Whieldon, Mary E. Wilkins Freeman, Maud Lindsay, Olive Thorne Miller, P.-J. Stahl, C. A. Stephens, Alfred Gatty, Phila Butler Bowman, Katherine Grace Hulbert, Isabel Gordon Curtis, Eleanor L. Skinner, Sheldon C. Stoddard, Kate Upson Clark, Francis K. Ball, Winthrop Packard, R. K. Munkittrick, E. S. Brooks, Agnes Carr, J. T. Trowbridge, L. B. Pingree, Emily Hewitt Leland, Sophie Swett, Fannie Wilder Brown, Annie Hamilton Donnell, Edna Payson Brett, Pauline Shackleford Colyar, H. R. Schoolcraft, Rose Terry Cooke

Beschreibung

Thanksgiving Stories is a vivid anthology that captures the spirit of gratitude and togetherness, woven through an eclectic mix of literary styles and narratives. From heartwarming tales of familial bonds to reflective stories on the meaning of giving thanks, this collection gathers gems of literature spanning the sentimental, the whimsical, and the philosophical. The anthology's remarkable depth is reflected in standout pieces that echo with timeless resonance, painting a canvas of human emotion and shared experience. The anthology unites a wealth of literary voices, including luminaries like Harriet Beecher Stowe and Louisa May Alcott, alongside lesser-known yet equally compelling writers. Anchored in the context of the 19th and early 20th-century literary landscapes, these authors offer profound insights into the cultural and social dynamics of their times. Their narratives are linked by the common thread of Thanksgiving, enriching readers' understanding of the holiday as both a historical and a culturally significant event. Thanksgiving Stories is an essential read for those eager to explore a tapestry of perspectives through the voices of diverse authors. This collection invites readers to indulge in an array of styles and themes that offer not just escapism, but a robust reflection on gratitude itself. Ideal for both academic and casual exploration, the anthology promises a rewarding journey of discovery, echoing long after the last page is turned.

Verfügbar seit: 18.05.2022.

Drucklänge: 600 Seiten.

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