My Year in a Log Cabin by William Dean Howells
"My Year in a Log Cabin" by William Dean Howells is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. This narrative describes Howells' experiences growing up in a log cabin in Southern Ohio, reflecting on the simplicity and struggles of pioneer life during a period when many families were transitioning into more modern lifestyles. The book captures the themes of nature, family, and childhood adventures set against the backdrop of ruralAmerican life. In this nostalgic memoir, Howells recounts his family's relocation to a log cabin, the restoration of their rustic home, and the joys and challenges of rural living. Through vivid descriptions, he depicts various aspects of cabin life, including hunting, farm chores, and neighborly interactions, as well as the interaction with nature that shaped his upbringing. The narrative transitions from early childhood memories filled with imaginative play and nature exploration to the realities of growth, change, and the eventual move from their log cabin to a more conventional home. This work not only offers insights into the day-to-day life of a young boy in 19th-century America but also encapsulates Howells' deep appreciation for the beauty and lessons of his childhood experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | My Year in a Log Cabin |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 -- Childhood and youth |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57341 |
| Release Date | Jun 16, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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