| Author |
Raymond, Evelyn, 1843-1910 |
| Title |
Dorothy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by D Alexander, Cathy Maxam and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Dorothy" by Evelyn Raymond is a fictional novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Dorothy C., who was mysteriously left at the doorstep of Mr. and Mrs. John Chester as a baby, and her life grows more complex as she comes to terms with her identity and family dynamics. The book captures the warmth of family ties and the excitement and challenges of growing up amid the uncertainties of life. The opening of the novel introduces us to the Chester family, beginning with the delightful scene of Mrs. Chester discovering Dorothy in a baby carriage on their doorstep. The narrative unfolds as John Chester, a postman, discusses the baby with his wife, who quickly becomes enamored with the new addition to their family. As the story progresses, we see glimpses of their life together, with the backdrop of the Chester's love, struggles, and hopes, particularly concerning John's health and the family's future. The story captures the innocence and resilience of childhood, with the promise of adventure and trials that lie ahead for Dorothy, hinting at her growth and the challenges her family will face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Bildungsromans
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| Subject |
Kidnapping -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Children and adults -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Chester, Dorothy (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Baltimore (Md.) -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40300 |
| Release Date |
Jul 22, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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