Homespun Tales
Charming Stories of Small-Town America and Nostalgic CharactersBy Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Length7h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Homespun Tales," Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin weaves a rich tapestry of American folklore and rural life through charming narratives that celebrate the simplicity and authenticity of human experience. Written in a lilting prose style that embodies the oral tradition, these tales steer readers into the landscapes of New England, imbued with local color and cultural significance. Each story is a window into the everyday lives of characters who exemplify the virtues of resilience, kindness, and community, reflecting the literary movement of the late 19th century that sought to capture the essence of American identity amidst growing industrialization. Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin was a prominent author and social reformer, known for her deep connections to the literary circles of her time. Raised in a Quaker family in Maine, her experiences in the pastoral setting greatly influenced her storytelling. Wiggin's work as a teacher and advocate for children's rights informed her writing, as she celebrated the innocence of youth and the moral lessons embedded in folk narratives. Her commitment to preserving the vanishing traditions of rural America is a testament to her vision and integrity as a writer. Readers seeking a delightful exploration of American folklore will find "Homespun Tales" a timeless treasure. Wiggin's stories not only entertain but also impart wisdom, making them relevant for both young and adult readers. This collection is a perfect antidote to the complexities of modern life, inviting readers to linger in the warmth of nostalgia and the beauty of communal values.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (135)
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length7 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21III.
2ROSE O' THE RIVER
22IV.
3I. The Pine And the Rose
23V.
4II. “Old Kennebec”
24VI.
5III. The Edgewood “Drive”
25VII.
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6IV. “Blasphemious Swearin'”
26VIII.
7V. The Game of Jackstraws
27SUSANNA AND SUE
8VI. Hearts And Other Hearts
28I. Mother Ann's Children
9VII. The Little House
29II. A Son of Adam
10VIII. The Garden of Eden
30III. Divers Doctrines
11IX. The Serpent
31IV. Louisa's Mind
12X. The Turquoise Ring
32V. The Little Quail Bird
13XI. Rose Sees the World
33VI. Susanna Speaks in Meeting
14XII. Gold and Pinchbeck
34VII. “The Lower Plane”
15XIII. A Country Chevalier
35VIII. Concerning Backsliders
16XIV. Housebreaking
36IX. Love Manifold
17XV. The Dream Room
37X. Brother and Sister
18THE OLD PEABODY PEW: A Christmas Romance of a Country Church
38XI. “The Open Door”
19I.
39XII. The Hills of Home
20II.
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