Cape Cod Folks (eBook)

Sarah Pratt McLean Greene (Autor)

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2022
220 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654735956-2 (EAN)

Infos

Sarah Pratt McLean Greene's novel, 'Cape Cod Folks,' offers readers a vivid portrayal of life in 19th century New England. Through her descriptive writing style, Greene transports readers to the charming Cape Cod region, capturing the essence of the landscape and its inhabitants. The book is rich in local color and dialect, providing an authentic depiction of the time period. Greene's literary context can be compared to other regional writers of her time, such as Sarah Orne Jewett and Harriet Beecher Stowe, who also explored themes of community and tradition in their works. 'Cape Cod Folks' is a delightful read for those interested in historical fiction and regional literature. Sarah Pratt McLean Greene was a prolific writer and social commentator, known for her keen observations of everyday life. Her passion for storytelling stems from her own experiences growing up in New England, which influenced her writing style and choice of settings. Greene's unique perspective as a female author in a male-dominated literary world adds depth and insight to her work. I highly recommend 'Cape Cod Folks' to readers who appreciate richly detailed descriptions, engaging characters, and a captivating glimpse into 19th century New England life. Greene's novel is a masterpiece of regional literature that continues to resonate with readers today.

Autor

Sarah Pratt McLean Greene (1856–1935) was an American novelist and writer, primarily known for her realistic depictions of rural New England life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Greene's writing career was not only prolific but also diverse, encompassing the essence of New England character and landscape. Born in Simsbury, Connecticut, Greene was the daughter of a clergyman and developed a keen eye for the nuances of social and domestic life in her regional settings. Her most significant contribution to American literature is 'Cape Cod Folks', a novel illustrating the unique dialect and customs of Cape Cod's inhabitants, which gained considerable popularity for its humor and character studies. The book stands out for its authentic representation of the setting, a testament to Greene's observational skills and her ability to translate these observations into engaging storytelling. Her literary style often intertwined with satirical undertones, Greene delved into themes of gender roles, class divisions, and community dynamics, revealing the intricacies and sometimes hidden realities of the period's socio-cultural fabric. Greene's works have been appreciated for their narrative charm and the snapshot they provide of a bygone era, played out through memorable characters and vivid depictions of the New England countryside. She remains an important figure in regional American literature, with 'Cape Cod Folks' serving as a cornerstone of her literary legacy.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th Century American Literature • 19th century regional fiction • American Literary Heritage • American Literature • belles-lettres classics • Cape Cod • Cape Cod literature • character studies • Cherished literary classic • classic American novels • Community exploration • Fiction • historical American communities • Historical social dynamics • Intimate cultural portrait • local dialects • Mass. • New England community • New England fiction • regional American fiction • regional fiction • rural life storytelling • Sarah Pratt McLean Greene novels • United States cultural heritage