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Ledyard, Mary Forman, 1867- |
| Author |
Mandall, Abertine D. |
| Title |
Seven Maids of Far Cathay: Being English Notes From a Chinese Class Book
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| Note |
A collection of fiction, supposedly written by members of an Anglo-American woman's college in China.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Schwan
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| Summary |
"Seven Maids of Far Cathay: Being English Notes From a Chinese Class Book" compiled by Bing Ding is an educational collection of writings created in the early 20th century. It showcases the efforts of seven Chinese girls at the Woman's Anglo-Chinese College in Neuchang, China, as they engage in a unique writing game aimed at improving their English skills. The book features a variety of writing formats, such as biographies, essays, folklore, and correspondence, reflecting the students' experiences and thoughts. The narrative unfolds through the voices of different students, allowing each character to share her perspective and creativity. The challenges and joys of learning English, the cultural differences between American and Chinese customs, and the relationships among the girls and their teachers are vividly illustrated through their writings. Themes of hope, identity, and the transformation of self through education permeate the text, inviting readers to appreciate the girls' growth as they navigate their college years and prepare for their futures, ultimately emphasizing the importance of understanding and connection across cultures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Chinese in literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6345 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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