Fireside Stories for Girls in Their Teens by Margaret W. Eggleston
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| Author | Eggleston, Margaret W. (Margaret White), 1878- |
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| LoC No. | 21000926 |
| Title | Fireside Stories for Girls in Their Teens |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | I would be true -- The appeal to the Great Spirit -- A parable of girlhood -- The House of Truth -- Marked for a mast -- Her need -- The message of the mountain -- The winning of an honor -- Daddy Gray's test -- Wanted: a real mother -- The fir tree and the willow wand -- The two searchers -- Why Elizabeth was chosen -- Janie's school days -- Self-made men -- On the road to womanhood -- Her prayer -- The best day -- In the way -- An old, old story -- His debt -- How Kagigegabo became a brave -- The white flower of happiness -- The speaking picture -- The quest -- The treasure. |
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| Summary | "Fireside Stories for Girls in Their Teens" by Margaret W. Eggleston is a collection of inspirational stories written in the early 20th century. Aimed at teenage girls, the book explores themes of personal growth, moral integrity, and the transitional struggles of adolescence. The narratives are crafted to speak directly to the experiences and challenges faced by young women in a relatable and uplifting manner. The opening of the book introduces the poignant journey of a young girl grappling with feelings of loneliness and uncertainty in life after moving to a rural area for her father's health. As she reflects on her discontent and longing for her past friends and comforts, she embarks on a walk to seek solace, where she encounters the majestic "Old Man of the Mountain." Through a moment of introspection, she receives guidance and inspiration, leading her to embrace her responsibilities and develop a newfound sense of strength and purpose. This sets the tone for the stories to come, which aim to instill values and ideals that resonate with teens navigating their own complex emotions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27343 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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