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Neal, Allan
1917
2008
Neal, Allan Earle
Neal, Allan E.
Cape Cod is a number of things
$aYarmouth Port, Mass. :$bThe Register Press, $c1954.
"The selections in this book have appeared in different form in the column Soundside of the Yarmouth Register."
At the rising of the sun -- Nor'easter -- A drive down Cape -- Farming the salt sea: With the Captain. Weir fishing. Not all fishing is from a boat. Not all fishing is for fish -- "J.F." -- Aunt Alice -- Some night befores -- Some purveyors of nostrums -- Modern heroes of the sea -- The Captains -- The Captains' houses: Two Captains, two sisters. East is west -- Of Cape Cod fences -- Some old Meeting Houses.
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"Cape Cod is a Number of Things" by Allan Neal is a collection of essays written in the mid-20th century. The work reflects on the unique beauty and character of Cape Cod, exploring themes of nature, local culture, and history through personal anecdotes and vivid descriptions. Neal's observations are grounded in his experiences, highlighting the deep connection between the land, the sea, and its people. The opening of the book sets a picturesque scene of Cape Cod on a September afternoon, filled with vibrant colors and a sense of ownership over the landscape. As the narrator shares his love for the Cape with an unnamed companion, discussions unfold about the allure of the area and the complexities of emotional attachment to a place. The narrative then shifts to depict the changing seasons and the dramatic beauty of a Nor'easter, illustrating the local environment's subtleties and strength. Through these reflections, Neal introduces readers to the charm of Cape Cod, both in its natural splendor and its community's spirit, while inviting them to contemplate the deep bonds that form between individuals and the places they cherish. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Cape Cod (Mass.) -- Description and travel
Cape Cod (Mass.) -- History -- Anecdotes
Cape Cod (Mass.) -- History, Local
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Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: Travel Writing
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