| Author |
Various |
| Title |
The Girl's Own Paper, vol. VIII., no. 377, March 19, 1887
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| Original Publication |
London: Religious Tract Society, 1880, pubdate 1922.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Girl%27s_Own_Paper
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Girl's Own Paper, vol. VIII., no. 377, March 19, 1887" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a mix of poetry, stories, and practical advice, representative of late 19th-century literature aimed at a female audience. The opening portion introduces themes of resilience and nature through the poem "The Blind Girl and the Spring," where the blind protagonist finds solace and joy in the arrival of spring, despite her physical limitations. The work also contains narratives and lessons, reflecting the prevailing values and challenges of the time for women. At the start of this volume, readers are presented with a poem that captures the perspective of a blind girl who embraces the beauty of spring through her other senses. Despite her blindness, she vividly describes the sounds and sensations that bring her joy, showcasing her deep connection to the natural world. Following this delicate poem, the narrative shifts to the story "Merle’s Crusade," where the protagonist, Merle, visits her Aunt Agatha amid personal reconnections and family concerns. This opening establishes the emotional depth and interpersonal relationships that will be explored, intertwining themes of love, duty, and personal growth as Merle navigates her responsibilities and relationships. Overall, this volume blends creativity and sentiment, appealing to readers interested in uplifting tales and practical wisdom of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's literature -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72955 |
| Release Date |
Feb 14, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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