The Longest Way Round For The Shortest, And Other Sketches

The Longest Way Round For The Shortest, And Other Sketches

Ruth Lamb

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Historia social y cultural
ISBN:
9781279425299
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'The Longest Way Round For The Shortest, And Other Sketches' offers a collection of insightful short stories and essays. Penned by Ruth Lamb, these pieces present a vivid snapshot of 19th-century life and society. From the quaint peculiarities of daily routines to astute observations on human nature, Lamb’s writing captures the essence of a bygone era with remarkable clarity. Each sketch provides a unique window into the social fabric of the time, exploring themes of community, morality, and the subtle nuances of interpersonal relationships. Whether depicting the humorous side of everyday struggles or delving into more profound reflections on life’s journey, these writings showcase Lamb’s talent for storytelling and her keen understanding of the world around her. A delightful read for those interested in historical perspectives and classic literary forms.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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