The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless by Eliza Fowler Haywood
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| Author | Haywood, Eliza Fowler, 1693?-1756 |
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| Title | The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless" by Eliza Fowler Haywood is a novel written in the early 18th century. The book explores the life of its protagonist, Miss Betsy Thoughtless, the only daughter of a gentleman who is both naive and vain. The story begins with her adventures at a boarding school, where she learns about courtship and the complications of love, setting the stage for her encounters with various suitors and the challenges she faces as she navigates societal expectations. The opening portion of the novel introduces Betsy Thoughtless and her upbringing, highlighting her father's desire for her education and moral development at a reputable boarding school. We learn about her close friendship with a slightly older girl, Miss Forward, who initiates her into the world of romantic intrigue. As Betsy's youthful innocence begins to clash with desires for admiration and attention, she becomes embroiled in romantic schemes that lead to a series of misunderstandings and lessons about vanity and reputation. The dynamics at play among the schoolgirls and their interactions with the young suitors lay the groundwork for the conflicts that will unfold as Betsy's character matures and her decisions become increasingly impactful. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Didactic fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Abused wives -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46346 |
| Release Date | Jul 21, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 165 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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