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Joy in the Morning
In Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews' 'Joy in the Morning', the reader is taken on a journey through the lives of the characters and their struggles with loss, love, and redemption. Andrews' vivid and poignant storytelling skillfully captures the emotional depth of each character, creating a rich tapestry of human experiences. The book is written in a style that reflects the literary context of the early 20th century, providing insights into the social norms and values of the time period. Andrews' use of language is both poetic and evocative, drawing the reader into a world where joy and sorrow intertwine to create a captivating narrative. Through her exploration of themes such as resilience and ...
The Perfect Tribute
'The Perfect Tribute' is a short story written by Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews, and is also her best known work. It is about the past U.S. president, Abraham Lincoln, depicting him as writing and delivering the Gettysburg Address, then concluding his speech was an utter failure. Later, he comforts a Confederate Captain as he dies in a prison hospital, and the Captain, who does not recognize him, praises the Address as "one of the great speeches in history". The wildly popular story was assigned reading for multiple generations of school children in the United States and may be the most popular book ever published about Lincoln.
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Yellow Butterflies
In "Yellow Butterflies," Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews weaves a poignant narrative that explores themes of loss, resilience, and the delicate interplay between hope and despair. Set against the backdrop of an unnamed small town, the novel captures the essence of human relationships and the transformative power of nature. Andrews employs a lyrical prose style, richly imbued with vivid imagery and emotional depth, reminiscent of early 20th-century American realism, which invites readers to contemplate the stark realities of life while embracing the beauty that persists even in the darkest times. Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews, a prominent figure of her era, possessed a keen insight into the compl...
August First
August First is a compelling collection that stands at the confluence of historical narratives and personal journeys, offering a nuanced exploration of themes ranging from the complexities of social stratification to the intimate struggles of individual identity. This anthology brings together a wide array of literary styles, from the deeply personal to the broadly historical, highlighting the diversity and significance of each work. The collection's scope, encapsulating both the grand sweep of historical events and the minute details of personal experiences, presents readers with a rich tapestry of perspectives that underscore the multifaceted nature of humanity. Among these, standout piece...
Through the Ivory Gate
Through the Ivory Gate by Shipman Andrews is about Philip Beckwith's ordinary life in Fairfield and the very unordinary dream he repeatedly has where a little boy presents to him a mysterious key. Excerpt: "Breeze filtered through shuffling leafage, the June morning sunlight came in at the open window by the boy's bed, under the green shades, across the shadowy, white room, and danced a noiseless dance of youth and freshness and springtime against the wall opposite. The boy's head stirred on his pillow. He spoke a quick word from out of his dream. "The key?" he said inquiringly, and the sound of his voice awoke him."
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Vive L'empereur
In 1832, as final plans are readied for a coup d'etat aimed at restoring Napoleon's son and only heir, Napoleon II, the King of Rome, to the throne of France, a startling revelation places the fate of the French Empire in the hands of Miss Nora Fitzgerald, a spirited young woman living at Castle Kilmorra in Ireland.
