The Rosie World by Parker Fillmore
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| Author | Fillmore, Parker, 1878-1944 |
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| Illustrator | Barney, Maginel Wright, 1877-1966 |
| LoC No. | 14016918 |
| Title | The Rosie World |
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| Summary | "The Rosie World" by Parker Fillmore is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around Rosie O'Brien, a young girl who navigates the challenges of growing up in a bustling family, keenly aware of societal expectations and the roles of boys and girls. The book explores themes of gender roles, childhood independence, and the dynamics of family relationships in a vibrant urban setting. At the start of the novel, Rosie is introduced in her lively household where she engages in playful banter with her siblings and the boarder, George Riley. The opening chapter features a chaotic breakfast scene highlighted by George recounting a recent fight, much to the amusement of the younger O'Briens. Rosie admires George's bravery and longs for the freedom and respect boys seem to have, while simultaneously grappling with her own limitations as a girl. As the story unfolds, we see Rosie's aspirations to carve out her path amidst societal pressures and sibling rivalry, especially with her sister Ellen, showcasing her determination and wit as she faces various challenges, both external and internal. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Girls -- Fiction |
| Subject | Irish Americans -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31718 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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