The Automobile Girls at Washington; Or, Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies

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Author Crane, Laura Dent
Title The Automobile Girls at Washington; Or, Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies
Note Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Automobile Girls at Washington; Or, Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies" by Laura Dent Crane is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This narrative follows a group of adventurous young women known as the "Automobile Girls," specifically focusing on Barbara Thurston and her friends as they navigate their visit to Washington, D.C. The story intertwines their social experiences in the capital with elements of intrigue, including encounters with foreign diplomats and hints of espionage. The opening of this installment sets the stage for the girls' arrival in Washington, highlighting their excitement and aspirations. Barbara interacts with Peter Dillon, a charming attaché with connections to the Russian legation, stirring her curiosity about the political world. The narrative quickly shifts to introduce a newspaper woman seeking to feature the "Automobile Girls," and tension arises when their social circle conflicts with the ambitions and pride of Harriet Hamlin, their host. As the girls adjust to the societal expectations of Washington, underlying themes of class differences and the desire for acceptance emerge, alongside the potential danger posed by foreign plots. This introduction suggests a combination of lighthearted adventures and serious undertones that may appeal to readers interested in historical fiction with strong female protagonists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Girls -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Automobile travel -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Washington (D.C.) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Spies -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 12559
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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