Bøger af Dorothy Canfield

"Oh, the Pilgrim Fathers!" cried the boy from Connecticut. "And nothing ever happened here all that time?" queried the boy from California incredulously. "Nothing," said the notary, "except a great deal of human life." "Gee! what a lot o' that!" murmured the thoughtful boy from Virginia, his eyes widening imaginatively. After the fact that it had been there so long, they were astonished by the fact that it was there at all, existing, as far as they could see, with no visible means of support beyond a casual sawmill or two.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1915 Edition.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1916 Edition.

The Bent Twig is a novel written by Dorothy Canfield. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Evangeline, who is raised in a strict and traditional family in the early 20th century. Despite the limitations imposed on her by her family, Evangeline is determined to pursue her dreams of education and independence. Along the way, she faces various challenges and obstacles, including societal expectations, family conflicts, and romantic entanglements. The novel explores themes of gender roles, social class, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Through Evangeline's journey, the reader is invited to reflect on the complexities of growing up and finding one's place in the world. The Bent Twig is a timeless coming-of-age story that continues to resonate with readers today.1915. The Bent Twig is the first of Dorothy Canfield's novels to give fictional form to the Montessori method and to reflect in a novel the insights into education and human development that she received in Rome while visiting Maria Montessori. The home in which the twig of this novel, Sylvia Marshall, grew up is a Montessori home, where everyone takes part in home tasks, and the children learn by being included in adult activities. How very new these ideas were in middle America is shown by the contrast between the Marshall home and the rest of the community. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

The Squirrel Cage is a novel written by Dorothy Canfield and first published in 1912. The story revolves around a young woman named Dorinda Oakley, who is struggling to find her place in the world. Dorinda is from a small town in Vermont and dreams of escaping to the big city to pursue her passion for writing. However, her plans are put on hold when she is forced to marry a wealthy man, who she does not love.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and the role of women in society. It also delves into the complexities of relationships and the struggles of finding one's true identity. Throughout the book, Dorinda faces various challenges and obstacles, but ultimately learns to stand up for herself and follow her dreams.The Squirrel Cage is a timeless classic that has been praised for its insightful portrayal of the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in early 20th-century literature, women's rights, and the pursuit of happiness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

1924. The Home Maker is as relevant today as when it first appeared. It tells the story of Evangeline Knapp, the perfect, compulsive housekeeper, whose husband, Lester, is a poet and a dreamer. Suddenly, through a nearly fatal accident, their roles are reversed: Lester is confined to home in a wheelchair and his wife must work to support the family. The changes that take place between husband and wife, parents and children, are both fascinating and poignant. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

This is a new release of the original 1924 edition.

Rough-Hewn is a novel written by Dorothy Canfield. The book tells the story of a young girl named Margaret Kent who grows up in a small Vermont town in the late 1800s. Margaret is the daughter of a farmer and a schoolteacher, and she dreams of one day becoming a teacher herself.As Margaret grows up, she faces many challenges, including poverty, discrimination, and sexism. She struggles to find her place in the world and to overcome the obstacles that stand in her way.Despite the challenges she faces, Margaret is a strong and determined young woman who refuses to give up on her dreams. She works hard to get an education, and eventually becomes a teacher, inspiring her students and earning the respect of her community.Rough-Hewn is a powerful and inspiring novel that explores themes of perseverance, determination, and the importance of education. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishing's Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone!

2020 Reprint of the 1924 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition software. The novel describes the problems of a family in which husband and wife are oppressed and frustrated by the roles that they are expected to play. Evangeline Knapp is the ideal housekeeper, while her husband Lester is a poet and a dreamer. Suddenly, through a nearly fatal accident, their roles are reversed; Lester is confined to home in a wheelchair and his wife must work to support the family."This 1924 novel... deals in a seemingly contemporary with the issue of how a married couple can feel oppressed and frustrated by the roles they are expected to play and what happens when these roles are reversed." - Philadelphia Inquirer."What if a husband likes to keep house and is good at it? What if a wife wants to have a job? In the early part of the 20th century, switching roles was an unthinkable solution, but the author uses the frame of a serious accident to set up the situation in this book. "The Home-Maker" is a great commentary on gender roles and Fisher is a keen observer of human nature, so the characters are wonderful. However, the real reason to read this book is something additional. It contains some of the very best writing I have ever seen on the unfolding of a child's character and the responsibility of a parent. The scenes with the children are charming and appealing, but they are also intensely insightful. Fisher had strong views on the need for children to grow up strong and independent, and she found few obligations more serious that than of parents who must carefully accord respect to their children, while nurturing their children's nature to the fullest. She makes her serious point in the framework of an irresistible tale of a loving father and mother who just happen to be miscast in their family roles. Don't miss this one if you want a great book about what children need from adults. And don't miss Steven and the egg-beater."-Amazon Reviewer.

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1930. American novelist and juvenile writer, Canfield begins The Deepening Stream: When people talked about things they could remember Matey always wondered which kind of remembering they meant-the kind that was just a sort of knowing how something in the past had happened or the other kind when suddenly everything seemed to be happening all over again. Why did time fade out some memories so that they didn't seem any more real than a story in a book? And why were others, whether you liked it or not, a living part of you at any moment when they come into your head? These were among the many questions for which Matey never found an answer. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

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Dorothy Canfield Fisher was an educational reformer, social activist, and best-selling American author in the early decades of the twentieth century. She was named by Eleanor Roosevelt as one of the ten most influential women in the United States. Dorothy Canfield brought the Montessori method of child-rearing to the United States, presided over the country's first adult education program, and shaped literary tastes by serving as a member of the Book-of-the-Month Club selection committee from 1925 to 1951. This book, "Rough-Hewn", by Dorothy Canfield, is a replication of a book originally published before 1922. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form as close to the original as possible. This book was created using print-on-demand technology. Thank you for supporting classic literature.

Hillsboro People is a novel written by Dorothy Canfield. The story takes place in the small town of Hillsboro, Vermont, and follows the lives of the town's residents. The book is a collection of interconnected stories that explore the joys, sorrows, and struggles of everyday life in a small community.The characters in Hillsboro People are diverse and complex, ranging from the wealthy and powerful to the poor and marginalized. The book explores themes of love, loss, family, and community, as well as larger social and political issues such as poverty, racism, and inequality.Throughout the novel, Canfield uses her keen observation and sharp wit to create a vivid and realistic portrayal of life in rural America. The book is both heartwarming and heartbreaking, offering a nuanced and compassionate view of the human experience.Overall, Hillsboro People is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that offers a rich and rewarding reading experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Unlike other young women of her generation, who were "bred up from childhood to sit behind tea-tables and say the right things to tea-drinkers," Sylvia Marshall-the "twig" of this novel-was reared to think for herself and to trust her own instincts and experience.

Evangeline Knapp is the perfect, compulsive housekeeper, while her husband, Lester, is a poet and a dreamer. Suddenly, through a nearly fatal accident, their roles are reversed: Lester is confined to home in a wheelchair and his wife must work to support the family.