The Village Watch-Tower: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Village Watch-Tower is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923).
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"The Village Watch-Tower" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century, capturing moments of rural American life at the twilight of that era. The book predominantly focuses on the character of Lucinda Bascom, an elderly observer of village life, who spends her days at the window of her humble home, aptly named the "Village Watch-Tower," where she witnesses the comings and goings of her neighbors and reflects on her long life. The opening of the book introduces us to Lucinda Bascom and her storied past, tying her life experiences to the significant events of the village surrounding her. As Lucinda watches the river and the activity on the road, we get glimpses of village gossip and the dynamics of the local community through her observations and interactions with neighbors. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the setting in Maine, along with details concerning her family history and the community's social fabric, setting the stage for the stories to unfold in the subsequent chapters.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Village Watch-Tower
- Author credits: Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Short stories
- United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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