Sketches from Concord and Appledore: Concord Thirty Years Ago; Nathaniel Hawthorne; Louisa M. Alcott; Ralph Waldo Emerson; Matthew Arnold; David A. Wasson; Wendell Phillips; Appledore and Its Visitors; John Greenleaf Whittier

Sketches from Concord and Appledore, written by Frank Preston Stearns in the late 19th century, is a collection of reminiscences about notable figures from Concord, Massachusetts, including Nathaniel Hawthorne, Louisa May Alcott, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. The book paints a nostalgic picture of Concord thirty years prior, exploring its scenery, community life, and historical significance. Stearns provides insights into the personalities and contributions of these influential literary figures, highlighting the area's rich intellectual environment during a transformative period in American history.