The Story of Waitstill Baxter
This novel tells the story of a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for many years and becomes involved with a group of people who are trying to help those in need. She meets a man named Waitstill Baxter, who is a kind and gentle soul, and they form a close bond. As she gets to know him better, she learns about his past and the struggles he has faced. Through their relationship, she comes to understand the importance of kindness, compassion, and selflessness.
By Kate Douglas Wiggin · First published 1900 · Genre: Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Family Saga · 35 chapters · 94,431 words
First lines
FAR, far up, in the bosom of New Hampshire's granite hills, the Saco has its birth. As the mountain rill gathers strength it takes
"Through Bartlett's vales its tuneful way, Or hides in Conway's fragrant brakes, Retreating from the glare of day."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Family Saga, Historical Fiction, Adventure
- Length: 94,431 words
- Structure: 35 chapters, 1,173 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The narrative is a work of fiction that explores the lives and experiences of its characters.
- Coming-of-Age — The story focuses on the growth and development of the protagonist as they navigate life's challenges.
- Family Saga — The plot delves into family dynamics and relationships over time.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and context reflect historical elements that influence the characters' lives.
Tags
Historical Fiction · American Literature · Novel · 19th Century Setting · Family Saga · Coming of Age · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Domestic Drama · Romance · Tragedy · Loss and Grief
Contents
- Saco Water
- The Sisters
- Deacon Baxter's Wives
- Something of a Hero
- Patience and Impatience
- A Kiss
- "what Dreams May Come"
- The Joiner's Shop
- Cephas Speaks
- On Tory Hill
- A June Sunday
- The Green-Eyed Monster
- Haying-Time
- Uncle Bart Discourses
- Ivory's Mother
- Locked Out
- A Brace of Lovers
- A State o' Maine Prophet
- At the Brick Store
- The Rod that Blossomed
- Lois Buries her Dead
- Harvest-Time
- Aunt Abby's Window
- Phoebe Triumphs
- Love's Young Dreams
- A Wedding-Ring
- The Confessional
- Patty is Shown the Door
- Waitstill Speaks her Mind
- A Clash of Wills
- Sentry Duty
- The House of Aaron
- Aaron's Rod
- The Deacon's Waterloo
- Two Heavens