Excerpt from The Story of Muff: A Contribution to the Fair of the Second Parish, for the Payson Memorial Church
Mother's room - the sunniest of all, bright with its gay chintz, and its Open fire on chill evenings, had been, to many sons and daughters, a refuge and a de light. Beyond, was the nursery. The well-worn carpet showed the tread of little feet, and the tall fender still barred the grate. The old clock on the stairs ticked nigh upon its hundredth year, and children's children pattered up and down. Hither, the Captain had brought his bride, half a century ago, and thence, his children had gone out, one after another, to new homes, and thence, latest of all, the old Captain himself, full of years and honors, was carried to his long home. Only Grandmamma Vaughan was left now, with Mary the youngest of the flock, to wait year after year, as the. Absent ones came back for the beauty and freshness of the summers in the dear old town. This year, the old house renewed its youth, for Rob and Alice, aged seven and five, children of a son who, like his father, followed the sea, were left in aunt Mary's charge, while their mother accompanied her husband.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of a family in Portland, Maine, whose lives are upended by the Great Fire of 1866. The author vividly portrays the events of that fateful night, from the initial alarm to the chaotic evacuation of the city. The narrative centers on the Vaughan family, a group of characters from different generations, each coping with the tragedy in their own way. The book weaves together personal accounts of loss and resilience, capturing the fear and uncertainty that gripped the city. The reader experiences the fire through the eyes of the characters, witnessing the destruction of their homes and the loss of treasured possessions. Amidst the chaos, the author highlights acts of bravery and compassion, showing how neighbors come together to help one another in the aftermath of the disaster. The story is both a personal and historical account, offering a glimpse into the lives of those affected by a significant event in American history. The author's keen eye for detail and the emotional depth of the characters create a compelling narrative that underscores the enduring power of human connection and the importance of finding solace and hope even in the face of unimaginable loss. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282780661_0
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