博客來This collection of short stories showcases Freeman’s keen insight into human nature and the intricacies of small-town life in New England. The stories explore themes of childhood, family dynamics, social expectations, and moral dilemmas, often with a touch of irony or humor. Freeman’s characters, particularly women and children, navigate the constraints of society, revealing the subtle tensions and emotions that lie beneath everyday interactions.
Included are: ＂The Copy-Cat,＂ ＂The Cock of the Walk,＂ ＂Johnny-In-The-Woods,＂ ＂Daniel and Little Dan’l,＂ ＂Big Sister Solly,＂ ＂Little Lucy Rose,＂ ＂Noblesse,＂ ＂Coronation,＂ ＂The Amethyst Comb,＂ ＂The Umbrella Man,＂ ＂The Balking of Christopher,＂ and ＂Dear Annie.＂
