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Title: A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory (Beverly, MA)
Note: Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Susan L. Farley. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: “A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory” by Lucy Larcom is an autobiographical account reflecting on the author’s upbringing in New England during the mid-19th century. The narrative likely captures the essence of girlhood and the formative experiences that shape a person, particularly emphasizing the social influences, family dynamics, and the nature of work and spirituality in New England. The opening of the book sets the stage with a personal dedication and thoughtful reflections on childhood memories. Larcom delves into her early life in Beverly, Massachusetts, describing the impact of her surroundings, family heritage, and the simplicity of daily life. She reminisces about her family's customs, their religious beliefs, and the profound influence of nature and poetry on her childhood perceptions. Through vivid imagery and nostalgic observations, she depicts the landscape and lifestyle of her youth, establishing a foundation for the themes of memory, identity, and faith that will unfold in her narrative. This opening not only invites readers into her world but also encapsulates the joy and innocence of early girlhood, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced the sweetness of childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Larcom, Lucy, 1824-1893
EBook No.: 2293
Published: Aug 1, 2000
Downloads: 177
Language: English
Subject: Larcom, Lucy, 1824-1893 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: Women textile workers -- Massachusetts -- Lowell -- Biography
Subject: Girls -- New England
Subject: New England -- Social life and customs
Subject: Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory (Beverly, MA)
Note: Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Susan L. Farley. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: “A New England Girlhood, Outlined from Memory” by Lucy Larcom is an autobiographical account reflecting on the author’s upbringing in New England during the mid-19th century. The narrative likely captures the essence of girlhood and the formative experiences that shape a person, particularly emphasizing the social influences, family dynamics, and the nature of work and spirituality in New England. The opening of the book sets the stage with a personal dedication and thoughtful reflections on childhood memories. Larcom delves into her early life in Beverly, Massachusetts, describing the impact of her surroundings, family heritage, and the simplicity of daily life. She reminisces about her family's customs, their religious beliefs, and the profound influence of nature and poetry on her childhood perceptions. Through vivid imagery and nostalgic observations, she depicts the landscape and lifestyle of her youth, establishing a foundation for the themes of memory, identity, and faith that will unfold in her narrative. This opening not only invites readers into her world but also encapsulates the joy and innocence of early girlhood, making it relatable to anyone who has experienced the sweetness of childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Larcom, Lucy, 1824-1893
EBook No.: 2293
Published: Aug 1, 2000
Downloads: 177
Language: English
Subject: Larcom, Lucy, 1824-1893 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: Women textile workers -- Massachusetts -- Lowell -- Biography
Subject: Girls -- New England
Subject: New England -- Social life and customs
Subject: Authors, American -- 19th century -- Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.