Across the Fruited Plain by Florence Crannell Means

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Author Means, Florence Crannell, 1891-1980
Illustrator Smalley, Janet, 1893-
Title Across the Fruited Plain
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Meredith Minter Dixon (dixonm@pobox.com)
Summary "Across the Fruited Plain" by Florence Crannell Means is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives of migrant families in America during a time when agricultural work dictated their movements and living conditions. It emphasizes the struggles and resilience of the Beecham family, particularly focusing on the experiences of children like Rose-Ellen and her brothers as they face displacement and hardship in search of work and stability. The opening of the story introduces the Beecham family, consisting of Grandpa, Grandma, and their children, who are struggling to maintain their home and livelihood amidst economic difficulties. As the narrative unfolds in a heat-soaked Philadelphia, we witness their daily challenges, including the impending loss of their home due to taxes. The family decides to migrate to harvest cranberries as a means to stay together and survive, highlighting themes of family unity, the harsh realities of migrant life, and the hope that drives their journey. This portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their adventures and the various environments they encounter along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Migrant agricultural laborers -- United States -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poor families -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 18681
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 29, 2006
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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