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Nesbit, E. (Edith)
1858
1924
Nesbit, Edith
Bland, Edith Nesbit
In Homespun
The Bristol bowl -- Barring the way -- Grandsire Triples -- A death-bed confession -- Her marriage lines -- Acting for the best -- Guilty -- Son and heir -- One way of love -- Coals of fire.
Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
"In Homespun" by E. Nesbit is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The tales explore the lives of ordinary people in rural England, each narrated with charm and a sense of nostalgia for simpler times. The stories depict various characters and their everyday struggles, emphasizing themes of love, loss, and human folly, often infused with gentle humor. The opening of the book introduces us to Jane, who narrates her experiences living with her Aunt Maria, a cantankerous but well-meaning woman. Jane and her cousin Sarah visit Aunt Maria, foreseeing potential inheritance, and discover the complications of family dynamics when Jane accidentally breaks an old and valuable china bowl. As Jane navigates the challenges of making amends with her aunt while hiding the truth about the accident, the narrative unfolds with a blend of humor and tension, foreshadowing the lengths she will go to maintain her family's affections and secure her fortune. This sets the stage for a delightful exploration of character and circumstance that characterizes Nesbit's storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Category: Short Stories
Category: British Literature
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