Talks to Freshman Girls by Helen Dawes Brown
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| Author | Brown, Helen Dawes, 1857-1941 |
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| LoC No. | 14017213 |
| Title | Talks to Freshman Girls |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | "Studies serve for delight, for ornament, and for ability" -- Real readers -- The use of the pen -- Everyday living. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Talks to Freshman Girls" by Helen Dawes Brown is a collection of motivational talks aimed at young women entering college, written in the early 20th century, specifically in 1914. This book serves as a guide for freshman girls, discussing themes of education, personal development, and the social challenges they may face as they transition into higher education. The likely topic revolves around encouraging young women to embrace their studies and equip themselves for both intellectual and social success. Throughout the book, Brown emphasizes the importance of education, framing it as a source of delight, ornamentation, and ability in a woman’s life. She encourages the readers to cultivate their intellect, engage in meaningful reading, and develop the art of writing as essential skills. Brown also addresses the art of living with others, underscoring the significance of friendship, honesty, and social knowledge in creating a fulfilling college experience. She balances practical advice with philosophical insight, inspiring the young women to not only strive for academic achievement but also to embrace their individuality and prepare for the various roles they will play in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LC: Education: Special aspects of education |
| Subject | Young women |
| Subject | Women -- Education |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37299 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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