Deephaven

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Sarah Orne Jewett is best known for her clean and clear descriptive powers that at once elevate common place daily events to something remarkable, and lend dignity and grace to the most humble and homely human character. In Deephaven, go with her on vacation to an unforgettable seaside village where time runs slower and small pleasures are intensified. Much space is given to outdoor rambles and sights and events of daily living that draw you into another era. Jewett's loving and gentle descriptions of the people and life of Deephaven will make you sorry when the book is over, and long to be able to find that village for yourself.

Sarah Orne Jewett (1849-1909) was an American writer of regional fiction, centered on life in Maine. Her major works include "Deephaven" (1877) and "The Country of the Pointed Firs" (1896). Her collected poems, "Verses" (1916), were published after her death.

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