Sarah Orne Jewett was a gifted writer, one who could easily afford to demand what she wanted from editors since she did not have to rely upon her earnings to support her. She wrote unflinchingly about the strength that lies in women's relationships and her stories feel as if they have naturally drifted out of the oral tradition. "The Country of the Pointed Firs" is a lyrical journey through one Maine summer in a dying coastal town with all its highs and lows. Told by an unnamed narrator, "The Country of the Pointed Firs" reads more like a series of short stories than a complete novella. The...

This fascinating narrative is an informative look at the Normans and their history.

This is a comprehensive history of the Normans, best known for waging the successful invasion of England under William the Conqueror in the Middle Ages. In doing so, the Normans were the last foreign invaders to successfully subdue the island.