Lydia of the Pines by Honoré Morrow
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About this eBook
| Author | Morrow, Honoré, 1880-1940 |
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| Title | Lydia of the Pines |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Lydia of the Pines" by Honoré Willsie is a novel written in the early 20th century. It centers on the life of Lydia, a twelve-year-old girl, and her experiences growing up in a small town nestled in the picturesque North Mississippi Valley. The story portrays her relationships with her younger sister, Patience, her father, and the other children in her neighborhood, revealing themes of family, childhood innocence, responsibility, and the longing for a better life. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Lydia as she plays mother to her little sister, demonstrating a maturity beyond her years. The opening passage captures Lydia's nurturing nature through her everyday activities, such as caring for Patience and whittling doll furniture while reflecting on her love for homemade toys. The narrative paints a vivid picture of their environment, enriched by Lydia's imagination and her simple but joyful life, contrasted against the backdrop of adult concerns, particularly the financial struggles faced by her father. This groundwork sets up a journey filled with the challenges of childhood alongside the weight of responsibility, framing Lydia's character as both a child and a young adult in her heart and mind. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16803 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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