The Believing Years

Name: The Believing Years
Author: Edmund Lester Pearson

By Edmund Lester Pearson

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A collection of affectionate, often comic recollections of childhood and adolescence in a small town, assembled as brief vignettes of schoolroom antics, home episodes, and neighborhood adventures. Scenes include exasperating arithmetic lessons and last-day-of-school impatience, tree-climbing and summertime mischief, a local bank scare, and encounters with eccentric relatives, all observed with wry, nostalgic curiosity. The pieces trace how youthful imagination and belief meet adult peculiarities and minor crises, blending gentle humor, keen local detail, and reflective moments about growing awareness and the move away from simple credulity.

About the Author

Edmund Lester Pearson

Edmund Lester Pearson was an American author and librarian known for his engaging narratives and contributions to literature. He wrote both fiction and non-fiction, with notable works including "The Believing Years" and "The Voyage of the Hoppergrass." Pearson's writing often reflects his deep appreciation for literature and libraries, as seen in his book "The Librarian at Play." Additionally, he explored historical figures, such as in his biography of Theodore Roosevelt. His diverse body of work showcases his ability to blend storytelling with insightful commentary on various subjects.