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Mathews, Joanna H. (Joanna Hooe)
1849
1901
Bessie on Her Travels
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"Bessie on Her Travels" by Joanna H. Mathews is a children's adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Bessie Bradford and her sister Maggie, along with their friends, as they embark on a journey filled with excitement and curiosity, particularly revolving around their experiences traveling by sea. The narrative captures the joys and challenges faced by children during their adventures, highlighting themes of friendship, kindness, and the wonders of exploration. At the start of the story, the sisters and their friends are seen in a flurry of excitement as they prepare for their upcoming sea voyage. The opening scenes depict Maggie's enthusiasm as she attempts to help with packing, leading to humorous situations that reveal her determined yet impulsive nature. While Maggie's eagerness to assist leads to a bit of chaos, Bessie appears more thoughtful and sensitive, demonstrating their contrasting personalities. The stage is set for their travels, with the anticipation of new experiences ahead, particularly the sea voyage, capturing the readers' attention and inviting them to join in the children's playful adventures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Vacations -- Juvenile fiction
Family -- Juvenile fiction
Seashore -- Juvenile fiction
Missing children -- Juvenile fiction
Ocean travel -- Juvenile fiction
Nannies -- Juvenile fiction
Railroad travel -- Juvenile fiction
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