Classic coming-of-age narrative: Offers timeless insight into personal growth and ethical dilemmas
Set in Maine: Provides authentic regional and cultural context
Hardcover edition: Ensures durability and a premium reading experience
Part of American Roots series: Connects readers to American literary heritage
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Sarah Orne Jewett places her most famous short story, A White Heron, in her native Maine. Originally published in 1886, it's a coming-of-age story about a young city girl now living with her grandmother in the country. She comes out of her shell in nature, more comfortable with creatures than with people. A visit from a young bird hunter