Bag om Bold Words at the Bridge
Bold Words At The Bridge is a book written by Sarah Orne Jewett. The story takes place in a small town in Maine, where the townspeople are divided over the construction of a new bridge. The old bridge is falling apart, and some townspeople believe that a new bridge is necessary for safety reasons. However, others are opposed to the new bridge, as it would mean cutting down a beloved tree that has been in the town for generations.The story centers around two main characters: a young girl named Dolly and an old man named Captain Littlepage. Dolly is fascinated by the controversy surrounding the bridge and spends much of her time observing the townspeople as they argue and debate. Captain Littlepage, on the other hand, is a retired sea captain who has lived in the town for many years. He is fiercely opposed to the new bridge and becomes a vocal advocate for preserving the old tree.As the controversy over the bridge intensifies, Dolly and Captain Littlepage find themselves on opposite sides of the debate. However, they both share a deep love for the town and its history. Through their interactions, they come to understand each other's perspectives and learn to appreciate the importance of compromise in solving difficult problems.Bold Words At The Bridge is a timeless story about the power of community and the importance of preserving our shared history and traditions. It is a beautifully written book that will appeal to readers of all ages.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Queen's Twin and Other Stories, by Sarah Orne Jewett. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417907177.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.
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