Effie Ogilvie: the story of a young life (Complete) by Mrs. Oliphant
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| Author | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
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| Title | Effie Ogilvie: the story of a young life (Complete) |
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| Summary | "Effie Ogilvie: The Story of a Young Life" by Mrs. Oliphant is a novel written in the late 19th century. It explores the life of Effie Ogilvie, a young girl navigating complex familial relationships in a rural Scottish setting, particularly focusing on the dynamics with her father, stepmother, and brother. The narrative highlights her struggles with identity and belonging as she faces the challenges of growing up in a household marked by the shadow of her deceased mother. The opening portion of the book introduces Effie’s family situation, including her respectful and well-meaning father Mr. Ogilvie, her detached stepmother, and her brother Eric, who is stationed in the army. The story establishes a poignant background of grief and transition as Effie's mother has recently died, and the family dynamics shift with the arrival of a new matriarch. Effie's heart-wrenching feelings of loss and longing for her mother's presence play a significant role in setting the emotional tone. As Effie processes her life and relationships, her interactions with Uncle John, the family minister, reveal insights into her character and foreshadow her growth amidst the affections and expectations of those around her. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61916 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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