"Peace in Friendship Village" by Zona Gale is a story that transports readers to the close-knit community of Friendship Village shortly after World War I, following the lives of its residents as they strive to rebuild and foster unity. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Calliope Marsh, who recounts the everyday experiences and interactions of her neighbors. It begins with a community event called "The Feast of Nations," a gathering where the villagers celebrate their diverse backgrounds and promote global peace, introducing us to Achilles Poulaki, a newcomer, and Mis' Sykes, an older resident, and the experiences that follow. The novel paints a picture of the characters' resilience, and explores the importance of empathy and understanding, showing how a small community grapples with themes of identity, acceptance and the difficulties of those who are treated as outsiders. It also highlights the value of human connection in overcoming adversity.
Peace in Friendship Village
By Zona Gale
In a small village recovering from war, neighbors find strength by embracing their differences and working together to build a more compassionate world.
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About the AuthorZona Gale, also known by her married name, Zona Gale Breese, was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. She became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1921. The close relationship she had with her parents set the tone for her writing and her personal life. Her books based upon her home town were found to be charming and had an intimate sense of realism, in which she captures the underlying feelings and motivations of her characters. All of her works were written under her maiden name, Zona Gale.
Zona Gale, also known by her married name, Zona Gale Breese, was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. She became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1921. The close relationship she had with her parents set the tone for her writing and her personal life. Her books based upon her home town were found to be charming and had an intimate sense of realism, in which she captures the underlying feelings and motivations of her characters. All of her works were written under her maiden name, Zona Gale.
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