Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville by L. Frank Baum
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| Author | Baum, L. Frank (Lyman Frank), 1856-1919 |
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| Title | Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Afra Ullah, Ginny Brewer, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Aunt Jane's Nieces at Millville" by L. Frank Baum is a novel written in the early 20th century that follows the charming escapades of Uncle John Merrick and his three nieces, Patricia, Louise, and Elizabeth. The narrative revolves around their adventures when they venture to spend a summer at a previously neglected farm they have inherited, the Wegg farm. The story promises themes of family bonding, exploration, and encounters with the quirky inhabitants of the secluded village of Millville. The opening portion introduces Uncle John Merrick, a wealthy yet humble philanthropist, engaging in playful banter with his brother-in-law, Major Doyle, who manages his finances. The conversation reveals Uncle John's recent acquisition of a dilapidated farm in Millville, which he whimsically decides to restore, much to the anticipation of his nieces. As the tale unfolds, the characters are portrayed vividly, hinting at their distinct personalities—especially the spirited Patsy, who is eager for a rustic adventure. The dialogue sets a light-hearted tone, suggesting both comedic misadventures and heartfelt moments awaiting the family as they embark on this rural escapade. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Mystery and detective stories |
| Subject | Uncles -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Cousins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Farm life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Family life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Stocks -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10359 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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