"Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories" by Harriet Beecher Stowe is a collection of heartwarming stories, all shared by Sam Lawson, a memorable character from the Oldtown community, who keeps everyone entertained with exciting stories, local history, and strange events. The tales bring to life the traditions of New England and the feeling of being gathered around a warm fireplace, reminding us of simpler times. The book starts on a cozy evening, as two kids sit by the fire, excited for stories, and convince Sam Lawson, the perfect storyteller, to share his captivating narratives, setting up a series of mesmerizing stories that mix local history and folk tales. On a stormy night, with the wind howling and the fire crackling, Sam starts with a story about Captain Eb Sawin and the mysterious arrival of Jehiel Lommedieu, blending humor and suspense as he shares spooky encounters and the results of past actions. Readers are drawn into a world of fascinating stories that not only entertain but also teach important lessons about morality, community, and the unknown.
Sam Lawson's Oldtown Fireside Stories With Illustrations
By Harriet Beecher Stowe
Listen to the thrilling accounts of a local storyteller, weaving history, mystery, and humor into tales by the fireside.
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About the AuthorHarriet Elisabeth Beecher Stowe was an American author and abolitionist. She came from the religious Beecher family and wrote the popular novel Uncle Tom's Cabin (1852), which depicts the harsh conditions experienced by enslaved African Americans. The book reached an audience of millions as a novel and play, and became influential in the United States and in Great Britain, energizing anti-slavery forces in the American North, while provoking widespread anger in the South. Stowe wrote 30 books, including novels, three travel memoirs, and collections of articles and letters. She was influential both for her writings as well as for her public stances and debates on social issues of the day.
Harriet Elisabeth Beecher Stowe was an American author and abolitionist. She came from the religious Beecher family and wrote the popular novel Uncle Tom's Cabin (1852), which depicts the harsh conditions experienced by enslaved African Americans. The book reached an audience of millions as a novel and play, and became influential in the United States and in Great Britain, energizing anti-slavery forces in the American North, while provoking widespread anger in the South. Stowe wrote 30 books, including novels, three travel memoirs, and collections of articles and letters. She was influential both for her writings as well as for her public stances and debates on social issues of the day.
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