| Author |
Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896 |
| Compiler |
Fairfield, Abbie H. |
| LoC No. |
31002621
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| Title |
Flowers and fruit from the writings of Harriet Beecher Stowe
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| Original Publication |
Boston: Houghton, Mifflin and Company, 1888.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The inner life -- Human nature -- Woman -- Children -- Education -- Nature -- Literature and art -- New England life -- Miscellaneous.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, A. Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Flowers and Fruit from the Writings of Harriet Beecher Stowe" by Stowe is a collection of excerpts and reflections from the author's extensive body of work, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This anthology encompasses various themes surrounding human nature, spirituality, and societal interactions, conveying Stowe’s insights and moral contemplations drawn from her numerous writings. The text serves as an exploration of deep emotional and philosophical themes, shaped by her experiences and convictions. The opening portion of this collection begins with a note explaining the formatting and publishing details, followed by a series of chapter titles that highlight themes such as "The Inner Life," "Human Nature," and "Woman." Each chapter is introduced through reflections on profound concepts, such as love, suffering, and the complexities of human emotions. The excerpts emphasize Stowe’s belief in the interplay between personal experience and moral development, utilizing vivid imagery and poetic language to engage the reader’s introspection on life’s profound meanings. This introduction sets the stage for readers to delve into Stowe's timeless thoughts on self-discovery, interpersonal relationships, and the essence of the human spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Quotations, American
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| Subject |
Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896 -- Quotations
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72864 |
| Release Date |
Feb 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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