Publisher's Synopsis
Deephaven is a novel by Sarah Orne Jewett that tells the story of two young women, Kate Lancaster and Helen Denis, who spend a summer in the fictional coastal town of Deephaven, Maine. The novel is written in a series of vignettes that capture the daily life and customs of the town's inhabitants, as well as the natural beauty of the area. Kate and Helen are both from privileged backgrounds, but they quickly learn to adapt to the simpler, more rustic lifestyle of Deephaven. They make friends with the locals, including fishermen, farmers, and other summer visitors, and learn about the town's history and traditions. Throughout the novel, Jewett explores themes of class, gender, and social norms, as well as the importance of community and the natural world. The characters grapple with issues such as love, marriage, and the expectations placed on them by society. Deephaven is a charming and nostalgic portrait of small-town life in 19th-century New England. Jewett's writing is lyrical and evocative, and she captures the essence of the town and its inhabitants with great sensitivity and insight. The novel has been praised for its vivid descriptions, engaging characters, and timeless themes, and is considered a classic of American literature.We knew that we were considered Miss Brandon's representatives in Deephaven society, and this was no slight responsibility, as she had received much honor and respect. We heard again and again what a loss she had been to the town, and we tried that summer to do nothing to lessen the family reputation and to give pleasure as well as take it, though we were singularly persistent in our pursuit of a good time.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.
