Old Friends and New - (Mint Editions) by Sarah Orne Jewett (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Comprising of seven short stories, <em>Old Friends and New</em> by Sarah Orne Jewett explores the lives of the residents of small New England towns, both rural and oceanside. Beginning the collection, <em>A Lost Lover</em> follows the love story of an elderly woman named Horatia Dane. After rumors of her love life begin circulating around the town, Horatia reveals her side of the story, a heart-breaking tale of a lover lost at sea. In <em>A Sorrowful Guest, </em>a young military man writes to his sister, begging her to move to America to live with him. With similar themes of loneliness, <em>A Late Supper</em> depicts an elderly woman in search of company after she becomes the sole surviving member of her family. Reminiscing on the different kinds of family dynamics, a woman named Mary tries to lift her niece's spirits by telling her a story about her less-than-ideal upbringing in <em>Mr. Bruce</em>. While <em>Mr. Bruce</em> wrestles with the past, <em>Miss Sydney's Flowers</em> encourages a future of change through the depiction of Miss. Sydney, a long-term resident of her town. When the city decides to pave a new road next to her home, Miss Sydney is upset and resentful of the change. However, as the days go by, she realizes the benefits of having a busy street near her house. With masterful description, picturesque imagery, and stunning characterization, <em>Old Friends and New</em> by Sarah Orne Jewett provides an intimate portrayal of 19th century New England. As an excellent example of the local color movement, a literary initiative to place distinct regions under a spotlight, <em>Old Friends and New</em> is comprised of short stories that vividly depict the people, landscape, and customs of New England states. This edition of <em>Old Friends and New</em> by Sarah Orne Jewett features an eye-catching new cover design and is presented in a font that is both modern and readable. With these accommodations, this edition is accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences, restoring <em>Old Friends and New</em> to modern standards while preserving the original tranquility and beauty of the work of Sarah Orne Jewett. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p><b>Set in idealistic towns or coastal fishing cities, <i>Old Friends and New</i> explores the lives of the inhabitants of the New England area. </b> Sarah Orne Jewett's <i>Old Friends and New</i> is a beautiful collection of short fiction. As if it is its own character, the setting of 19th century New England takes center stage alongside touching stories of reunions, romance, and widows. </p>
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