Kent Knowles: Quahaug by Joseph Crosby Lincoln
QR code
"Kent Knowles: Quahaug" by Joseph Crosby Lincoln is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on the life and reflections of Hosea Kent Knowles, a modest author living in the coastal town of Bayport, Massachusetts, as he grapples with his feelings of stagnation and lack of inspiration in his writing career. He finds himself wrestling with the weight of expectations, both external and self-imposed, while contemplating profound life
changes. The opening of the novel introduces Kent Knowles, who reflects on his struggles as a writer, comparing his new project to his earlier work and revealing his frustrations with creating engaging stories. He interacts with his friend Jim Campbell, who encourages him to break free from his comfortable yet stifling routine and embark on a journey of exploration, whether through travel or professional reinvention. The narrative also sets the stage for his relationship with Hephzibah, who has served as a motherly figure in his life and shares dreams of travel. Kent's struggles with his identity as a writer and the relationships that shape him take center stage, establishing a tone of introspection and a yearning for renewal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Lincoln, Joseph Crosby, 1870-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kent Knowles: Quahaug |
| Credits | Don Lainson; David Widger |
| Credits | Don Lainson; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Americans -- Europe -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cape Cod (Mass.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5980 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 571 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!