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Title: The Getting of Wisdom
Credits: Produced by Col Choat. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "The Getting of Wisdom" by Henry Handel Richardson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, Laura Rambotham, who experiences the trials of growing up and navigating the complexities of school life as she enters a new boarding school, a significant step away from her childhood home. At the start of the novel, we meet Laura and her siblings playing in their garden, showcasing the innocence of childhood. However, this idyllic atmosphere quickly shifts when Laura is called inside to try on a new dress for her first day at school, hinting at her looming transition into the adult world. The opening portrays Laura's relationship with her mother, the conflicts arising from her rebellious nature, and her deep sense of identity tied to both her family and the expectations she faces in her new environment. The setting contrasts the carefree moments of childhood with the stern reality of school life ahead, setting the stage for themes of personal growth, individuality, and the pursuit of wisdom that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Henry Handel, 1870-1946
EBook No.: 3728
Published: Feb 1, 2003
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Autobiographical fiction
Subject: Australia -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- Fiction
Subject: Bildungsromans
Subject: Melbourne (Vic.) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Getting of Wisdom
Credits: Produced by Col Choat. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary: "The Getting of Wisdom" by Henry Handel Richardson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, Laura Rambotham, who experiences the trials of growing up and navigating the complexities of school life as she enters a new boarding school, a significant step away from her childhood home. At the start of the novel, we meet Laura and her siblings playing in their garden, showcasing the innocence of childhood. However, this idyllic atmosphere quickly shifts when Laura is called inside to try on a new dress for her first day at school, hinting at her looming transition into the adult world. The opening portrays Laura's relationship with her mother, the conflicts arising from her rebellious nature, and her deep sense of identity tied to both her family and the expectations she faces in her new environment. The setting contrasts the carefree moments of childhood with the stern reality of school life ahead, setting the stage for themes of personal growth, individuality, and the pursuit of wisdom that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Richardson, Henry Handel, 1870-1946
EBook No.: 3728
Published: Feb 1, 2003
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Autobiographical fiction
Subject: Australia -- Fiction
Subject: Young women -- Fiction
Subject: Bildungsromans
Subject: Melbourne (Vic.) -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.