In the Closed Room by Frances Hodgson Burnett
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About this eBook
| Author | Burnett, Frances Hodgson, 1849-1924 |
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| Title | In the Closed Room |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Paul Hollander, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "In the Closed Room" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written during the late 19th century, showcasing the author’s signature blend of fantasy and reality. This book delves into themes of childhood innocence, the search for identity, and the interconnection between life and the afterlife. The story primarily unfolds through the experiences of a young girl named Judith, who feels a profound sense of displacement from her mundane surroundings. The narrative follows Judith, a frail and curious child living in a cramped apartment with her hardworking parents. As she grapples with her solitude and the chaotic noise of city life, she discovers a magical "Closed Room" in a nearby abandoned house, where she meets the ghostly presence of a little girl resembling Aunt Hester, her deceased ancestor. Their interactions reveal a world of imagination and a longing for connection that transcends the limitations of Judith's reality. The book beautifully portrays Judith's internal struggle and her journey toward discovering her true self and the wonders that lie beyond her everyday life, culminating in a touching exploration of love, loss, and the bittersweet nature of childhood memories. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Girls -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Ghosts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6027 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 1, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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