
Further Adventures of Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason Corner Folks
By Charles Felton PidginLength8h 9m
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In "Further Adventures of Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason Corner Folks," Charles Felton Pidgin masterfully weaves a captivating tapestry of small-town life, delving into the charming yet turbulent dynamics of Mason Corner. The narrative employs a blend of humor and keen social observation, rooted in early 20th-century American realism. Through the eyes of Quincy Adams Sawyer, Pidgin explores themes of community, personal ambition, and the inextricable pull of one's origins, crafting a vivid backdrop populated by distinctive characters whose quirks illuminate both their humanity and the societal norms of the time. Charles Felton Pidgin, an esteemed author of popular local color fiction, harnesses his own experiences in small-town America to enrich his storytelling. Born in 1861 in Massachusetts, Pidgin was deeply influenced by the rich tapestry of rural life, leading him to portray the intricate interactions of community members with authenticity and warmth. His background allows him to reflect not only the humor but also the poignant struggles faced by those living on the fringes of societal expectations during an era of great change. This delightful sequel is highly recommended for readers who appreciate nuanced character development and a deep sense of place. Pidgin's engaging prose serves as both an entertainment and a thoughtful exploration of common folk, making this book an essential addition to the collections of those who value the charm of American literature.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length8 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1To My Daughter Dora
19“MAUDE MERRY.”
2PREFACE
20CHAPTER XVII. — HIS FATHER'S FRIENDS
3CHAPTER I. — THE GOVERNOR'S SPEECH
21CHAPTER XVIII. — AN OLD STRIFE RENEWED
4CHAPTER II. — A DAY WITH THE GOVERNOR
22CHAPTER XIX. — BOYHOOD TO MANHOOD
5CHAPTER III. — A VACATION AT FERNBOROUGH
23“THE MURDER AT COTTONTON
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6CHAPTER IV. — THE HAWKINS HOUSE
24CHAPTER XXI. — AT HARVARD
7“MAUDE.”
25CHAPTER XXII. — ALICE'S DREAM
8“QUINCY.”
26CHAPTER XXIII. — “BY THE BEAUTIFUL BLUE DANUBE”
9I.
27CHAPTER XXIV. — “WE THREE”
10CHAPTER VII. — STROUT AND MAXWELL'S GROCERY
28CHAPTER XXV. — A PERIOD OF TWENTY-THREE YEARS
11CHAPTER VIII. — UNCLE IKE AND OTHERS
29CHAPTER XXVI. — “CATESSA”
12CHAPTER IX. — A “STORY” SERMON
30“O. STROUT. FINE GROCERIES.”
13“FERNBOROUGH HALL, “HEATHFIELD, SUSSEX.
31CHAPTER XXVIII. — THE HOME COMING
14CHAPTER XI. — THE WRECK OF THE ALTONIA
32THE SAWYER GROCERY COMPANY
15CHAPTER XII. — FERNBOROUGH HALL
33WELCOME TO ALL
16“MY DEAR AUNT ELLA,
34CHAPTER XXX. — TOM, JACK AND NED
17“MAUDE.”
35CHAPTER XXXI. — THE GREAT ISBURN RUBY
18“ELLA.
36THE END.