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THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF QUINCY ADAMS SAWYER AND MASON'S CORNER FOLKS - By Charles Felton Pidgin - Author of “Quincy Adams Sawyer,” “Blennerhassett,” “Stephen Holton,” etc.
Illustrated by Henry Roth
1909
PREFACE
THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF QUINCY ADAMS SAWYER AND MASON'S CORNER FOLKS
CHAPTER I. — THE GOVERNOR'S SPEECH
CHAPTER II. — A DAY WITH THE GOVERNOR
CHAPTER III. — A VACATION AT FERNBOROUGH
CHAPTER IV. — THE HAWKINS HOUSE
CHAPTER V. — 'ZEKE PETTINGILL'S FARM
In this lively sequel, the beloved Quincy Adams Sawyer returns to the charming little town of Fernborough, where his unexpected election as governor has sparked both admiration and curiosity among the locals. As he delivers a heartfelt speech to the gathered townsfolk, Quincy reveals his genuine desire to improve the community, from widening the roads to supporting schools and the Village Improvement Society. His earnest plans are met with a blend of enthusiasm, good‑natured ribbing, and the steadfast loyalty of his old friends.
Back in Mason’s Corner, familiar faces like Hiram Maxwell and the ever‑resourceful Mrs. Hawkins reappear, offering humor and warmth as they grapple with the challenges of small‑town politics and daily life. The narrative captures the gentle humor of rural New England, the pride of civic duty, and the simple pleasures of community gatherings. Listeners will find a comforting mix of nostalgia and fresh, witty observations that make the town feel like an old friend welcoming you back.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (412K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Text file produced by Charles Franks HTML file produced by David Widger
Release date
2005-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1844–1923
Best known for the once wildly popular Quincy Adams Sawyer, this Massachusetts writer mixed storytelling with a career in statistics and invention. His life bridged practical public work and a surprisingly varied literary output, from novels to stage pieces.
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