A Sheaf of Corn by Mary E. Mann

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Author Mann, Mary E., 1848-1929
Title A Sheaf of Corn
Note Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "A Sheaf of Corn" by Mary E. Mann is a collection of interconnected stories written in the early 20th century. The work explores the lives and struggles of various characters in a rural English setting, delving into themes of kindness, sacrifice, and social responsibility. Central to the opening chapter is Dinah Brome, a strong, practical woman who navigates her moral obligations to her neighbors, particularly in a poignant situation involving a sick woman in her community. The opening of the book introduces Dinah Brome as she visits a local shop to buy groceries, where she overhears a discussion regarding a desperately ill neighbor, Car'line Kittle. Despite her initial indifference, Dinah's compassion is ignited when she sees the dire state of Car'line struggling in her home. Driven by a sense of duty, Dinah ultimately decides to help the ailing woman, setting up a contrast between her own industriousness and the neglect she perceives in others. This interaction highlights the themes of community, neglect, and the moral complexities of selflessness and sacrifice, inviting readers to reflect on societal roles and personal responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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