Harwood's struggle to reach full manhood and assume his position as head of the family, his misgivings about challenging - much less displacing - his father, the changes American life brought to this traditional rite of passage, Hiram's relationships with wife and children, seasonal events, and all the day-to-day experiences of this finally tragic figure make for a fascinating story and provide a highly unusual window into antebellum American life.".

'Under Fire: A Tale of New England Village Life' is a novel written by Frank Andrew Munsey. The story, set in a small New England village, begins with two boys, Tom Martin and Dave Farrington, discussing a baseball game they played the previous day. Both boys admitted that without the help of Fred Worthington, there's no way that their team would've won the game.

"Pilgrims of New England" is a historical novel penned by Mrs. J. B. Webb, offering a captivating glimpse into the lives and trials of the early settlers who embarked on the perilous journey to establish Plymouth Colony in the early 17th century. The narrative powerfully depicts the pilgrims' unrelenting search of religious freedom and their struggle to make a new life in a strange region, set against the harsh backdrop of the New England wilderness. Mrs. J. B. Webb's storytelling deftly ties together these pioneers' personal tales, showing their perseverance, determination, and unflinching faith in the face of hardship. Readers follow the characters as they struggle with harsh weather, contacts with indigenous peoples, and the difficulties of building a nascent town. The book also dives into the intricacies of intercultural exchanges, emphasizing the pilgrims' struggles to build alliances and negotiate their new home's strange environment. "Pilgrims of New England" not only presents a historical record but also a profound analysis of human courage and the enduring human spirit throughout the narrative.