Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott was an American novelist and short story writer, born on April 29, 1872, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She graduated from Radcliffe College and went on to become a prominent writer in the early 20th century, known for her charming and often whimsical storytelling. Abbott's work frequently explored themes of love, family, and the everyday experiences of women, capturing the essence of her time with both humor and insight. Her novels, which often reflect her deep understanding of human relationships, were well-received by readers, making her a beloved figure in the literary world.
The White Linen Nurse (version 2)
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Throughout three years of school, Rae Malgregor had been perfectly pliant, perfectly compliant to all the demands placed on her. But now, o…
Peace On Earth, Good-Will to Dogs
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
If you don't like Christmas stories, don't read this one!And if you don't like dogs, I don't know just what to advise you to do!For I warn y…
The White Linen Nurse
Read by Nathalie J.
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
The White Linen Nurse is a hysterical story of an exhausted nurse who comes to regret her profession and then somehow finds herself caring f…
Molly Make-Believe
Read by Nathalie J.
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Carl Stanton is an invalid suffering from an unusual bout of rheumatism. His fiancee is gone for the winter and though he begs her to write …
Little Eve Edgarton
Read by Nathalie J.
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Little Eve Edgarton introduces listeners to a young woman whose outward appearance belies her true nature. Set against the backdrop of early…
The Indiscreet Letter
Read by Nathalie J.
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
In The Indiscreet Letter, three strangers find themselves sharing a train compartment, where a seemingly innocuous topic sparks a lively con…
Molly Make-Believe (version 2)
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Carl Stanton is an invalid suffering from an unusual bout of rheumatism. His fiancée is gone for the winter and though he begs her to…
Peace on Earth, Good-Will to Dogs (version 2)
Read by Phil Chenevert
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
If you don't like Christmas stories, don't read this one!And if you don't like dogs I don't know just what to advise you to do!For I warn yo…
Rainy Week (Dramatic Reading)
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
Join this couple in their annual house party where the “guests” becoming unknowing “actors” in their beach house play “Rainy Week” (Linette …
Fairy Prince and Other Stories
Read by Nan Dodge
Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
A charming family story told from the viewpoint of a nine-year-old girl. “You don't seem to understand," I whispered. "It's Christ…
Rainy Week (Version 2)
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Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
A couple invite people of different walks of life to their cottage along the beach, during the rainiest week of the year. The gathered peopl…