This recommendation comes from Holly Hancock at the Bridgton Public Library. Holly says that in reading "Winesburg, Ohio"--a book that was published over 90 years ago-- she can still see many connections to our community life in 2010.
Holly writes: "Winesburg, Ohio" is a collection of short stories clustered around a central character that exposes the lives of the people of Winesburg. Each of the stories interconnects with the life of George Willard as he grows up, aspires to journalism, and ultimately departs small town America for the big city. Although it was written in 1919, the inner conflicts and passions of the characters are timeless."
The book received much critical acclaim when it came out, although the public response was somewhat more subdued. Today, "Winesburg, Ohio" is considered one of the great novels of twentieth century America.
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