Some Summer Days in Iowa By: Frederick John Lazell (1870-1940)
Some Summer Days in Iowa by Frederick John Lazell is a delightful coming-of-age story that captures the essence of small-town life in rural Iowa. Through the eyes of the protagonist, readers are transported back to the carefree days of summer in the 1950s, where simplicity and close-knit communities were the norm. Lazell's writing style effortlessly evokes nostalgia and creates vivid imagery, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the idyllic landscapes of Iowa. The author masterfully sets the stage with detailed descriptions of cornfields, rolling hills, and the warmth of the sun, enabling readers to feel the heat and hear the crickets chirping in the background. The characters in Some Summer Days in Iowa are wonderfully crafted and relatable. The protagonist, a young boy named Peter, is on the cusp of adolescence, and his journey into self-discovery forms the heart of the narrative. Lazell skillfully captures the emotions and conflicts that Peter experiences as he navigates his way through the interpersonal dynamics of friendships and the uncertainties of young love. One of the defining aspects of the book is the sense of community highlighted throughout. Lazell effortlessly portrays the interconnectedness of the townspeople, showcasing the various bonds and alliances that sustain and define them. From the local annual fair to the spontaneous baseball games played by the village kids, the author underscores the significance of shared experiences and the importance of human connection in a place that is both familiar and comforting. The pacing of the novel is steady, with Lazell's writing seamlessly moving between scenes of profound introspection and charming anecdotes. The book enthralls readers through its exploration of universal themes such as identity, overcoming obstacles, and the nuances of human relationships. It is a testament to the author's ability to evoke emotions and create genuine connections between readers and the characters. Some Summer Days in Iowa is not only a captivating read but also a heartwarming ode to the timeless truth that some of life's most profound lessons are learned during the simplest of moments. It is a book that will transport readers to a time and place where life was slower, innocence reigned, and relationships were cherished. In conclusion, Some Summer Days in Iowa is a beautifully written novel that transports readers to a bygone era. Frederick John Lazell's skillful storytelling, vivid descriptions, and relatable characters make it a book worth diving into. Whether you have a personal connection to Iowa or simply appreciate coming-of-age tales, this book is sure to captivate and leave a lasting impression. First Page: Some Summer Days in Iowa BY Frederick John Lazell A book of the seasons, each page of which should be written in its own season and out of doors, or in its own locality, wherever it may be. THOREAU CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA THE TORCH PRESS NINETEEN HUNDRED NINE COPYRIGHT 1909 BY FRED J. LAZELL [Illustration: "HAS CUT ITS WAY STRAIGHT DOWN THE FACE OF A CLIFF" (p. 111)] PREFACE Like the two preceding little volumes of this series, this book seeks to show something of what Iowa has to offer to the man who loves the out of doors. There is nothing very unusual in it. The trees and the flowers, the birds and the small wild animals which it mentions and describes are such as may be seen in the Iowa fields and woods by anyone who cares enough about them to walk amid their haunts. The illustrations are such as the ordinary nature lover may "take" for himself with his pocket kodak. The woodthrush built in a thicket by the bungalow and borrowed a paper napkin for her nest. The chipmunk came every morning for his slice of bread. And then the woodchuck learned to be unafraid. It has long been the author's belief that Iowa has just as much to offer the nature lover as any other part of the world that she has indeed a richer flora than many states and that every true Iowan ought to know something of her trees and shrubs and herbs, her birds and animals, and to feel something of the beauty of her skies and her landscapes... Continue reading book >>

Some Summer Days in Iowa By: Frederick John Lazell (1870-1940)

Some Summer Days in Iowa by Frederick John Lazell is a delightful coming-of-age story that captures the essence of small-town life in rural Iowa. Through the eyes of the protagonist, readers are transported back to the carefree days of summer in the 1950s, where simplicity and close-knit communities were the norm.

Lazell's writing style effortlessly evokes nostalgia and creates vivid imagery, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the idyllic landscapes of Iowa. The author masterfully sets the stage with detailed descriptions of cornfields, rolling hills, and the warmth of the sun, enabling readers to feel the heat and hear the crickets chirping in the background.

The characters in Some Summer Days in Iowa are wonderfully crafted and relatable. The protagonist, a young boy named Peter, is on the cusp of adolescence, and his journey into self-discovery forms the heart of the narrative. Lazell skillfully captures the emotions and conflicts that Peter experiences as he navigates his way through the interpersonal dynamics of friendships and the uncertainties of young love.

One of the defining aspects of the book is the sense of community highlighted throughout. Lazell effortlessly portrays the interconnectedness of the townspeople, showcasing the various bonds and alliances that sustain and define them. From the local annual fair to the spontaneous baseball games played by the village kids, the author underscores the significance of shared experiences and the importance of human connection in a place that is both familiar and comforting.

The pacing of the novel is steady, with Lazell's writing seamlessly moving between scenes of profound introspection and charming anecdotes. The book enthralls readers through its exploration of universal themes such as identity, overcoming obstacles, and the nuances of human relationships. It is a testament to the author's ability to evoke emotions and create genuine connections between readers and the characters.

Some Summer Days in Iowa is not only a captivating read but also a heartwarming ode to the timeless truth that some of life's most profound lessons are learned during the simplest of moments. It is a book that will transport readers to a time and place where life was slower, innocence reigned, and relationships were cherished.

In conclusion, Some Summer Days in Iowa is a beautifully written novel that transports readers to a bygone era. Frederick John Lazell's skillful storytelling, vivid descriptions, and relatable characters make it a book worth diving into. Whether you have a personal connection to Iowa or simply appreciate coming-of-age tales, this book is sure to captivate and leave a lasting impression.

First Page:

Some Summer Days in Iowa

Frederick John Lazell

A book of the seasons, each page of which should be written in its own season and out of doors, or in its own locality, wherever it may be. THOREAU

CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA THE TORCH PRESS NINETEEN HUNDRED NINE

[Illustration: "HAS CUT ITS WAY STRAIGHT DOWN THE FACE OF A CLIFF" (p. 111)]

PREFACE

Like the two preceding little volumes of this series, this book seeks to show something of what Iowa has to offer to the man who loves the out of doors. There is nothing very unusual in it. The trees and the flowers, the birds and the small wild animals which it mentions and describes are such as may be seen in the Iowa fields and woods by anyone who cares enough about them to walk amid their haunts. The illustrations are such as the ordinary nature lover may "take" for himself with his pocket kodak. The woodthrush built in a thicket by the bungalow and borrowed a paper napkin for her nest. The chipmunk came every morning for his slice of bread. And then the woodchuck learned to be unafraid.

It has long been the author's belief that Iowa has just as much to offer the nature lover as any other part of the world that she has indeed a richer flora than many states and that every true Iowan ought to know something of her trees and shrubs and herbs, her birds and animals, and to feel something of the beauty of her skies and her landscapes... Continue reading book >>

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