A young man from the city takes a job as a school-committee man in a small town to escape his past mistakes and start anew. He faces resistance from the townspeople who are skeptical of outsiders, but he proves himself through his hard work and dedication. As he becomes more involved in the community, he begins to uncover the underlying issues that have led to the town's stagnation and decline.
By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1908 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Children's Literature