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A Busy Year at the Old Squire's   By: (1844-1931)

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In "A Busy Year at the Old Squire's" by C. A. Stephens, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the unique experiences of the titular Old Squire. This charmingly written novel transports us back to a simpler time, creating a vivid and nostalgic portrait of a rural community.

The book revolves around the Old Squire, a wise and compassionate man who serves as a pillar of the community. Through a series of vignettes, the author skillfully weaves together heartwarming tales that span the course of a year. From rescuing a lost child to helping his friends through difficult times, the Old Squire's acts of kindness and wisdom leave a lasting impact on those around him.

What sets this novel apart is its attention to detail and vivid descriptions. Charles Asbury Stephens expertly captures the essence of rural life, painting a picturesque landscape where nature intertwines with human existence. From the lush forests to tranquil lakes, readers will find themselves immersed in the beauty of this charming setting.

Moreover, the characters in this book are incredibly relatable and endearing. Each has their own distinct personality, whether it be the mischievous farmhand or the kind-hearted schoolteacher. Stephens masterfully brings these characters to life, making readers feel as though they are a part of this close-knit community.

One of the standout elements of "A Busy Year at the Old Squire's" is the overarching theme of the importance of community and friendship. The author highlights the power of human connection and the value of supporting one another in times of joy and hardship. Such universal themes resonate deeply and leave readers with a renewed sense of gratitude for the relationships in their own lives.

While the book primarily focuses on the Old Squire's experiences, the author also takes the opportunity to explore the beauty of the natural world. Through his detailed descriptions, Stephens invites readers to appreciate the wonders of nature, highlighting the need for its preservation.

Readers who enjoy heartwarming tales featuring relatable characters and picturesque settings will find themselves thoroughly enchanted by "A Busy Year at the Old Squire's". Charles Asbury Stephens has crafted a charming and poignant novel that will leave readers yearning for simpler times and grateful for the blessings of community and friendship.

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A BUSY YEAR AT THE OLD SQUIRE'S

by

C. A. STEPHENS

Published by The Old Squire's Bookstore Norway, Maine Copyright, 1922 By C. A. Stephens All rights reserved

Electrotyped and Printed by The Colonial Press Clinton, Mass., U. S. A.

DEDICATED WITH CORDIAL BEST WISHES TO THE THOUSANDS OF READERS WHO HAVE REQUESTED THIS Memorial Edition OF THE C. A. STEPHENS BOOKS

Contents

CHAPTER

I. Master Pierson Comes Back

II. Cutting Ice at 14° Below Zero

III. A Bear's "Pipe" in Winter

IV. White Monkey Week

V. When Old Zack Went to School

VI. The Sad Abuse of Old Mehitable

VII. Bear Tone

VIII. When We Hunted the Striped Catamount

IX. The Lost Oxen

X. Bethesda

XI. When We Walked the Town Lines

XII. The Rose Quartz Spring

XIII. Fox Pills

XIV. The Unpardonable Sin

XV. The Cantaloupe Coaxer

XVI. The Strange Disappearance of Grandpa Edwards

XVII. Our Fourth of July at the Den

XVIII. Jim Doane's Bank Book

XIX. Grandmother Ruth's Last Load of Hay

XX. When Uncle Hannibal Spoke at the Chapel

XXI. That Mysterious Daguerreotype Saloon

XXII. "Rainbow in the Morning"

XIII. When I Went After the Eyestone

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