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Among The Isles Of Shoals (1873)

Among The Isles Of Shoals (1873)

Thaxter, Celia

Paperback

Biographies GeneralFiction AnthologiesRegional: New England

ISBN10: 1437477232
ISBN13: 9781437477238
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Jan 13 2009
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Among the Isles of Shoals is a nonfiction book written by Celia Thaxter in 1873. The book is a collection of essays that describe the author's experiences living on the Isles of Shoals, a group of small islands off the coast of New Hampshire and Maine. Thaxter was born and raised on one of the islands, and her writing reflects her deep connection to the natural beauty and unique way of life on the Shoals.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of life on the islands. Thaxter writes about the local flora and fauna, the fishing industry, the history of the islands, and the daily routines of the islanders. She also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on her own life and experiences.Throughout the book, Thaxter's writing is vivid and poetic, capturing the beauty and harshness of life on the islands. She describes the rugged coastline, the changing seasons, and the storms that often batter the Shoals. At the same time, she celebrates the warmth and generosity of the islanders, and their deep connection to the land and sea.Among the Isles of Shoals is a fascinating glimpse into a unique and little-known corner of American history. Thaxter's writing is both informative and lyrical, offering readers a rich and immersive experience of life on the islands.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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