Pink Chimneys: A Novel of Nineteenth Century Maine

by Ardeana Hamlin Knowles

Book Overview

Back in print by popular demand! Set against the backdrop of temperance crusades, emerging statehood, and the explosive economic and political importance of Bangor when it was the lumber capital of the world, Pink Chimneys captures the romance and excitement of Maine's colorful history in a story that interweaves the lives of a midwife, a madam, and a young seamstress with a mysterious connection to both.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0884480410
• ISBN13: 9780884480419
• Release Date: January 1987
• Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Pink Chimneys

I agree with the first reviewer and did not want to put the book down. The story lines are excellent and made me aware of how difficult being a woman was 200 years ago and of how much progress we have made. It gave me a strong appreciation of the struggle women have had, and I highly recommend it to women of all ages. I can't wait until my college-age daughter reads it, so we can discuss it.

Pink Chimneys is one of those books you don't want to end!

I grew up in the Bangor area, and this book was a gift from my mother-in-law, who still lives in Maine.I love historical novels, and I love stories about strong women. Pink Chimneys is an excellent example of both. I truly did not want to put it down.The book devotes a section to each of three women. I read each section caught up in the life of that character and wanting to know more about her. While I was reading the section about Maude, I wanted to go on reading about her, not go on to the next person. However, while I was reading Fanny's section, I felt the same way about Fanny and wanted to know more about her. I felt the same way about Elizabeth.I've already lent the book to a friend to read. Great book!