The Country of the Pointed Firs

Set in late 19th century Maine, Sarah Orne Jewett's 'The Country of the Pointed Firs' is a poignant portrait of a small coastal town and its inhabitants. Jewett's intricate prose captures the essence of rural life, emphasizing themes of community, nature, and the passage of time. Through her vivid descriptions and insightful character studies, Jewett paints a vivid picture of a vanishing way of li...