Offscreen Island: The Story of Family Life in New England is a fascinating book written by Charles Clark Mann. In this book, he tells the story of life on a small island in New England, reproducing fascinating images of family life and communication with nature. The author describes in detail the natural beauty of the island, cites interesting events that take place in the main character's family, and reflects the inner world and feelings of his characters. This book not only reveals to the reader a picture of simple family life in New England, but also inspires reflection on the meaning of family ties, communication with nature and the importance of mutual understanding between people."