Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks
A Picture of New England Home LifeBy Charles Felton Pidgin
Length12h 6m
About this audiobook
In "Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks," Charles Felton Pidgin presents a vivid canvas of rural New England life at the turn of the 20th century. Through a blend of humor and keen observation, Pidgin captures the quirks and complexities of small-town characters, immersing readers in a world where ambition, kindness, and sentiment intertwine. The narrative unfolds with a regional authenticity indicative of local color literature, embracing the nuances of dialect and folk traditions that enhance its lively portrayal of communal dynamics. The dialogue brims with colloquialisms, reflecting the era's cultural milieu, while the serialized storytelling style echoes the serialized format popular among contemporary readers of magazines at that time. Charles Felton Pidgin, an American author and journalist, was an astute observer of American life and social customs. His own experiences in various towns in Massachusetts inspired the rich tapestry of characters within Mason's Corner. Pidgin's deep connection to the region is evident in his ability to evoke the landscape and social realities of rural America, providing a genuine perspective on the aspirations and trials of ordinary people. This charming novel is a must-read for enthusiasts of regional literature and those seeking a deeper understanding of early 20th-century American society. Pidgin's ability to weave humor with poignant social commentary renders this work a compelling exploration of human nature and community life, making it a timeless addition to American literary canon.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length12 hrs 6 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19SOME MORE NEW IDEAS.
2ANCESTRY VERSUS PATRIOTISM.
20AFTER THE GREAT SNOWSTORM.
3MR. SAWYER MEETS UNCLE IKE.
21A VISIT TO MRS. PUTNAM.
4SOME NEW IDEAS.
22THE NEW DOCTOR.
5"THAT CITY FELLER."
23SOME PLAIN FACTS AND INFERENCES.
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6CITY SKILL VERSUS COUNTRY MUSCLE.
24THE SURPRISE PARTY.
7MR. SAWYER CALLS ON MISS PUTNAM.
25TOWN POLITICS.
8VILLAGE GOSSIP.
26THE TOWN MEETING.
9SOME SAD TIDINGS.
27MRS. HAWKINS' BOARDING HOUSE.
10LOOKING FOR A BOARDING PLACE.
28A SETTLEMENT.
11A VISIT TO THE VICTIM.
29AN INHERITANCE.
12A QUIET EVENING.
30AUNT ELLA.
13A LONG LOST RELATIVE.
31THE WEDDIN'S.
14A PROMISE KEPT.
32BLENNERHASSETT.
15AN INFORMAL INTRODUCTION.
33"THE BIRD OF LOVE."
16THE COURTIN'.
34THEN THEY WERE MARRIED.
17JIM SAWYER'S FUNERAL.
35LINDA'S BIRTHRIGHT.
18A WET DAY.
36FERNBOROUGH.
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