Author |
Scaife, Roger Livingston, 1875-1951 |
Illustrator |
Cue, Harold James, 1887-1961 |
LoC No. |
20010073
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Title |
Cape Coddities
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Alternate Title |
Cape-Coddities
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Original Publication |
United States: Houghton Mifflin Company,1920.
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Note |
Apparently written by Roger Livingston Scaife under the pen names Dennis and Marion Chatham.
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Contents |
A message from the past -- The casual dwelling-place -- The ubiquitous clam -- A by-product of conservation -- Motor tyrannicus -- "Change and rest": summer bargaining -- A blue streak -- A fresh-water Cape -- Al fresco -- Models -- "A wet sheet and a flowing sea" -- My Cape farm -- Scallops -- Aftermath.
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Credits |
Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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Summary |
"Cape Coddities" by Dennis and Marion Chatham is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century, specifically around 1920. The book captures the essence and charm of Cape Cod, reflecting the authors' love for this holiday destination and detailing its landscapes, culture, and peculiarities. It serves as a lighthearted exploration of the Cape's unique lifestyle, offering readers insights into the lives of its residents and the joys of summer living. The essays within this collection are akin to a series of vignettes that celebrate life in Cape Cod. The authors reminisce about the local people, amusing anecdotes of clamming, boating adventures, and the quirks of seasonal living. For instance, they describe the carefree joy of scalloping and the beauty of wildflowers, all intertwined with memories of community and family gatherings. The writing is vivid and reflective, mixing humor with nostalgia as it portrays both the region's landscapes and the vibrant interactions of its inhabitants. Ultimately, "Cape Coddities" invites readers into a warm, whimsical portrayal of life along the shores of Cape Cod. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
F001: United States local history: New England
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Subject |
Cape Cod (Mass.) -- Description and travel
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Subject |
Cape Cod (Mass.) -- Social life and customs
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
68998 |
Release Date |
Sep 16, 2022 |
Most Recently Updated |
Oct 22, 2022 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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