The Givers and Other Stories

By Mary E. Wilkins Freeman

Book Overview

A collection of deeply human and evocative stories, The Givers and Other Stories showcases Mary E. Wilkins Freeman's keen insight into the lives of ordinary people, particularly women, in 19th-century New England. With a delicate balance of realism and sentiment, these tales explore themes of self-sacrifice, independence, and the complexities of human relationships. Freeman's masterful storytelling and richly drawn characters make this collection a timeless study of resilience and quiet strength.

Included: "The Givers," "The Revolt of Sophia," "Lucy," "Eglantina," "Joy," "The Reign of the Doll," "The Chance of Araminta," "The Butterfly," and "The Last Gift."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1557424357
• ISBN13: 9781557424358
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Wildside Press
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"