Theo: A Sprightly Love Story by Frances Hodgson Burnett

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Author Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924
Title Theo: A Sprightly Love Story
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Summary "Theo: A Sprightly Love Story" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a young girl named Theodora North, who yearns for adventure and romance while living a constrained life in a modest home with her sisters and harried mother. As she faces the mundane challenges of her existence, a chance invitation to visit Lady Throckmorton ignites hope for a brighter future, entangled with themes of beauty, aspiration, and familial sacrifice. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to the gloomy coastal setting of Downport and the main characters: Theo, her elder sister Pamela, and their struggling family. The atmosphere is one of longing and dissatisfaction, especially for Theo, who dreams of a life beyond the constraints of her home. The plot thickens with the arrival of an invitation from the seemingly glamorous Lady Throckmorton, juxtaposing Theo's dull reality with the captivating allure of London. The opening reveals Theo's aspirations and hints at the complex dynamics within her family, particularly with Pamela, who has her own love story tethered by past sorrow. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Theo's journey will be a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Love stories
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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