A Country Doctor and Selected Stories and Sketches

A Country Doctor and Selected Stories and Sketches is a collection of narratives by Sarah Orne Jewett, published in the late 19th century. The central story, 'The Last Mile,' follows a determined young woman on a desperate journey to save her ailing child, reflecting the struggles of rural life in New England. Jewett's work captures the emotional depth and social dynamics of Maine's coastal towns, focusing on the lives of independent women navigating personal fulfillment and societal expectations. This collection showcases Jewett's significant contribution to regional fiction and her exploration of women's roles in a changing world.