A New England Prophet

By Mary E. Wilkins and Mary E. Wilkins Freeman

Book Overview

A New England Prophet by Mary E. Wilkins is a book that tells the story of a young girl named Deborah, who is believed to have the ability to communicate with the dead. Set in the early 19th century in a small New England town, the book follows Deborah's life as she struggles to come to terms with her gift and the reactions of the people around her. As Deborah grows older, her reputation as a prophet grows, and she becomes a respected member of her community. However, her abilities also attract the attention of those who fear her power and view her as a threat. The book explores themes of faith, belief, and the supernatural, as well as the social norms and expectations of the time period. It also delves into the relationships between Deborah and the people in her life, including her family, friends, and those who seek her guidance. Overall, A New England Prophet is a captivating tale of a young woman's journey to understand and accept her unique abilities, set against the backdrop of a small New England town in the early 19th century.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Silence and Other Stories, by Mary E. Wilkins. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417911808.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142547716X
• ISBN13: 9781425477165
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"