Keziah Coffin by Joseph Crosby Lincoln
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"Keziah Coffin" by Joseph Crosby Lincoln is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Mrs. Keziah Coffin, a seamstress living in the small, coastal village of Trumet, who is faced with the challenge of making a new life for herself after the death of her brother, Solomon. As Keziah prepares to leave her home for a job in Boston, she unexpectedly receives proposals — not just
for her employment situation, but also in terms of her community and potential relationships, indicating a narrative that explores themes of independence, community expectations, and personal connections. The opening of the book introduces Keziah and her situation, set against a thick fog that sets a somber tone. We see her packing up her belongings and discussing gossip about a new minister, Reverend John Ellery, who is expected to join the parish. Throughout this, we are privy to her witty, practical perspective on life amid her struggles with financial instability. As the chapter unfolds, we are introduced to her friend Grace and various townsfolk, including Kyan Pepper, who awkwardly attempts to propose to her. By the end of the opening, the stage is set for Keziah to remain in Trumet and take on the role of housekeeper for the new minister, creating a scenario ripe for character development and exploration of village dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lincoln, Joseph Crosby, 1870-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | Keziah Coffin |
| Credits | Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2068 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02068-6 |
| Release Date | May 14, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 956 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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