Autumn

Published in the early 20th century, 'Autumn' by Robert Nathan follows Mr. Jeminy, an aging schoolmaster in the fictional village of Hillsboro. The novel explores themes of love, loneliness, and the passage of time as Jeminy navigates his life among a cast of quirky village characters, including his complaining housekeeper, Mrs. Grumble. Set against the backdrop of a changing rural community, the story reflects on the complexities of human relationships and the inevitability of change.