Rose of Old Harpeth by Maria Thompson Daviess
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| Author | Daviess, Maria Thompson, 1872-1924 |
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| Illustrator | King, W. B. |
| Title | Rose of Old Harpeth |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Rose of Old Harpeth" by Maria Thompson Daviess is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Rose Mary Alloway, a young woman lovingly managing her family's homestead in Sweetbriar while navigating the complexities of life, love, and community. The book deeply explores themes of resilience, familial duty, and the intrinsic beauty of rural life, drawing readers into an idyllic yet challenging environment where both personal and collective aspirations unfold. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to Rose Mary and her interactions with Everett, a guest recovering from a serious illness, as they share domestic tasks and engage in light banter. Through their conversations, we learn about Rose Mary's dedication to her family, her dreams for the future, and the underlying tensions related to the mortgage on their ancestral home. The scene elegantly portrays Rose Mary's importance to her family, a tight-knit community of quirky characters, and the pastoral beauty of Harpeth Valley. As she skillfully balances her responsibilities and personal ambitions, the reader is drawn into her world, inviting a deeper exploration of both her character and the supporting cast as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Prospecting -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15195 |
| Release Date | Feb 28, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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