Keziah Coffin by Joseph C. Lincoln
The story revolves around Keziah Coffin, a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years. She is met with suspicion and hostility by the townspeople due to her past association with a group of outsiders.
As she tries to reintegrate into society, Keziah faces numerous challenges, including the disapproval of her family and friends. Her attempts to make amends and start anew are hindered by the town's rigid social norms and prejudices.
Throughout the narrative, themes of isolation, community, and redemption are explored as Keziah navigates her complex relationships with those around her.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1907 · Genre: Fiction, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction · 22 chapters
Contents
- In which Keziah Hears Two Proposals and the Beginning of a Third
- In which Keziah Unearths a Prowler
- In which Keziah Assumes a Guardianship
- In which Keziah's Parson Decides to Run it Blindfold
- In which the Parson Cruises in Strange Waters
- In which Old Friends Meet
- In which Captain Nat Picks up a Derelict
- In which the Parson and Mr. Pepper Declare their Independence
- In which Miss Daniels Determines to Find Out
- In which Keziah's Troubles Multiply
- In which Captain Eben Receives a Caller
- In which Captain Eben Makes Port
- In which Keziah Breaks the News
- In which the Sea Mist Sails
- In which Trumet Talks of Captain Nat
- In which the Minister Boards the San Jose
- In which Ebenezer Capen is Surprised
- In which Keziah Decides to Fight
- In which a Reception is Called Off
- In which the Minister Receives a Letter
- In which Mr. Stone Washes his Hands
- In which Keziah's Parson Preaches once More
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