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Mabel Osgood Wright

The Complete Works of Mabel Osgood WrightThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - People of the Whirlpool2 - The Garden, You, and I3 - Poppea of the Post-Office4 - Aunt Jimmy's Will5 - The Open Window: Tales of the Months6 - Gray Lady and the Birds: Stories of the Bird Year for Home and School7 - Dogtown8 - At the Sign of the Fox: A Romance

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Mabel Osgood Wright

In this work, Mabel Osgood Wright shares her observations and experiences as a commuter's wife, focusing on the people and daily life in the vicinity of the whirlpool area near New York City. She likely discusses the individuals, communities, and happenings in this region, providing insights into the culture, society, and daily existence of the people living there.Mabel Osgood Wright was an author and naturalist known for her works on nature, wildlife conservation, and the environment. Her...

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Mabel Osgood Wright, Megan Fawcett

Mabel Osgood Wright's "Four-Footed Americans and Their Kin" is a compelling exploration of the lives and characteristics of domestic animals in late 19th-century America. Wright employs a lyrical and vivid narrative style, merging anecdotal storytelling with keen observational insights. Her work falls squarely within the context of American naturalism and early environmental literature, addressing the interconnectedness of humans and animals within the cultural landscape of the time. Throu...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

"Gray Lady and the Birds: Stories of the Bird Year for Home and School" by Mabel Osgood Wright is a delightful collection that captures the essence of avian life throughout the seasons. Wright, a passionate ornithologist and writer, weaves together enchanting narratives that not only entertain but also educate readers about various bird species and their behaviors. The stories are rich with vivid descriptions and insights, making them perfect for both children and adults who share a love f...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

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Love & Society

Complete and unabridged, with 58 full-page plates by Marianne North, John Everett Millais and Alfred Sisley. A foundling left at a village post office in Connecticut grows up among the people who sort the mail and know everybody's business. Wright was known for her nature books and wrote fiction on the side, and the New England village in it is observed rather than invented. This edition adds fifty-eight plates of painting from 1745 to 1909, among them works by Edward Lamson Henry, Edvard ...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

Mabel Osgood Wright’s writing in The Open Window is characterized by its lyrical and descriptive style. Her prose is rich with imagery and sensory detail, bringing the changing seasons to life. Wright’s love of nature and her ability to convey its beauty and influence on human life are central to the book’s appeal.The stories are written with a gentle, reflective tone, blending narrative with observation. Wright’s attention to the subtleties of each season adds depth to the stories, making...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

When Christmas has passed it is useless to make believe that it is not winter, even if the snow has merely come in little flurries quickly disappearing in the leaves that now lie suppliant with brown palms curved upward. Early December is often filled with days that, if one does not compare the hours of the sun’s rise and setting, might pass for those of an early spring. Sharp nights but soft noon air, meadow larks in voice down in the old fields, uneasy robins in the spruces, a song sparr...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

The story is set in the charming and picturesque New England town of Fairport. It revolves around a young woman named Patricia Leighton, who comes from a wealthy and influential family. Patricia is known for her beauty and grace, and she is admired by many in her community. However, she is also known for her independent spirit and desire for something more than the traditional expectations of her time.Patricia's life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a mysterious and charismatic man ...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

Robert Stead and Dr. Russell, clad for hunting, tramped down a pent road through the woodland and halted at the bars that separated it from the highway. Like careful woodsmen, they made sure that their guns were at half-cock before resting them against the tumble-down wall; pulling out pipe and tobacco pouch, they filled and fingered the smooth bowls with the deliberation that is akin to restfulness. Then, face to windward, they applied the match and drew the few rapid puffs that kindle th...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

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Chronicles & Essays

Complete and unabridged, with 55 full-page plates by Thomas Moran, Albert Bierstadt and Winslow Homer. Twelve sketches, one for each month, from a Connecticut garden and the people who pass the window. Wright was an ornithologist and the natural history is exact even when the mood is domestic. This edition is bound with 55 plates of painting by Winslow Homer, Albert Bierstadt and Thomas Moran, among others, and includes one restored, coloured illustration.

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Mabel Osgood Wright

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Nature's Inspiration

Slow down, breathe deep, and walk with Mabel Osgood Wright as she guides you through the quiet beauty of the natural world.There is a sacred stillness in the woods, a silent language. One of America’s first female naturalists, Mabel Osgood Wright was deeply moved by this. She gained inspiration from the subtle miracles of each season and the deep connection between humanity and nature. A pioneer of conservation and founder of the Connecticut Audubon Society, she bl...

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Mabel Osgood Wright

The story centers around Aunt Jimmy, a wealthy and eccentric older woman, and the impact of her will on her relatives and the small New England town where she resides. Upon her death, Aunt Jimmy's will reveals a series of unexpected bequests and conditions that spark intrigue, conflict, and self-discovery among her heirs.The primary characters include Aunt Jimmy's various relatives and close acquaintances, each of whom has different expectations and reactions to the terms of the will. Thes...