A Young Girl's Wooing by Edward Payson Roe
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| Author | Roe, Edward Payson, 1838-1888 |
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| Title | A Young Girl's Wooing |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by John Hagerson, Kevin Handy, Cathy Smith, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "A Young Girl's Wooing" by Edward Payson Roe is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Madge Alden, a young orphan raised by her elder sister and her brother-in-law, Henry Muir, in a setting marked by complex family dynamics, societal expectations, and personal struggles. As Madge navigates her path from childhood to womanhood, themes of love, self-discovery, and the quest for identity become prominent, especially as she experiences emotional turmoil due to her feelings for Graydon Muir, her brother-in-law's younger brother. The opening of the book introduces Madge Alden as a delicate, inexperienced girl struggling with her health and self-image. We learn that she has been regarded as an invalid and has always relied heavily on the kindness of her family, particularly Graydon Muir, who provides her with affection and support. As the narrative unfolds, we see glimpses of her jealousy towards the beautiful society girl Miss Wildmere, who captures Graydon's attention. It becomes clear that Madge's feelings for Graydon are complex and intertwined with her own insecurities. The beginning sets the stage for Madge's growth and transformation as she faces the challenges of love and personal strength, laying the groundwork for her journey toward self-realization and fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12876 |
| Release Date | Jul 10, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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