Miss Billy: A Neighborhood Story by Edith Keeley Stokely and Marian Kent Hurd
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| Author | Stokely, Edith Keeley |
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| Author | Hurd, Marian Kent |
| Illustrator | Copeland, Charles, 1858-1929 |
| LoC No. | 05010918 |
| Title | Miss Billy: A Neighborhood Story |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Miss Billy: A Neighborhood Story" by Edith Keeley Stokely and Marian Kent Hurd is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a spirited young girl named Miss Billy, who finds herself navigating the ups and downs of her family's relocation to Cherry Street. The narrative captures the essence of community life, family relationships, and the spirited optimism of youth against a backdrop of socio-economic challenges. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the setting of Cherry Street, which is described as a worn-out neighborhood filled with quirky characters and challenges. We meet Mrs. Casey, a determined mother wrestling with their landlord, Mr. Schultzsky, over the condition of her home—an embodiment of the struggles faced by the residents. Amidst these tensions, the narrative shifts to Miss Billy's cheerful mornings and her whimsical plans, such as preparing her garden and connecting with neighbors. Her family dynamic, including her brother and sister, hints at both humor and friction, setting the stage for a tale filled with heart and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families of clergy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Neighborhoods -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60495 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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