Fern Leaves from Fanny's Port-folio. Second Series by Fanny Fern
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| Author | Fern, Fanny, 1811-1872 |
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| Illustrator | Coffin, Frederick M. |
| Title | Fern Leaves from Fanny's Port-folio. Second Series |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Fern Leaves from Fanny's Portfolio: Second Series" by Fanny Fern is a collection of essays and reflections written in the mid-19th century. The work explores various themes of life, love, gender roles, and societal expectations through a blend of personal anecdote and social commentary. The opening chapters introduce a young woman named Hetty, who navigates her life in a challenging household after the death of her father, facing themes of dependence and self-discovery within her familial relationships. The opening of the book paints a picture of Hetty's past, marked by fond memories of her father and a loving home, which sharply contrasts her current plight of orphanhood and reliance on relatives who regard her as a burden. As Hetty is taken in by her uncle and aunt, she grapples with feelings of unworthiness and the weight of societal expectations for women, while simultaneously yearning for education and independence. Key moments in the text illustrate her complex reality of family life, particularly as she prepares for her new role within the household that includes boarding a schoolmaster named Mr. Grey, who becomes a significant presence in her life. This transition sets the stage for Hetty’s exploration of identity and belonging in a harsh world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories, American |
| Subject | American essays -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45450 |
| Release Date | Apr 21, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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