Between Whiles

Between Whiles is a collection of short stories written by Helen Hunt Jackson, an American poet and author. The book features 14 stories that explore the lives of women in the late 19th century, focusing on themes such as love, loss, and identity. The stories are set in various locations, ranging from the American West to Europe and deal with a range of characters, including a young girl who falls in love with a married man, a woman who is haunted by her past, and a mother who must choose between her children. Jackson's writing style is characterized by its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, making for a compelling read that offers a glimpse into the lives of women during this time period. Overall, Between Whiles is a poignant and thought-provoking collection of stories that is sure to resonate with readers.John was gone. Flight was his usual refuge when he felt his temper becoming too much for him; but now his steps were quickened by an impulse of terrible fear. Between him and his sister had always been a bond closer than is wont to link brother and sister. Only one year apart in age, they had grown up together in an intimacy like that of twins; from their cradles till now they had had their sports, tastes, joys, sorrows in common, not a secret from each other since they could remember.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.