Deeds of Daring Done by Girls by N. Hudson Moore
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About this eBook
| Author | Moore, N. Hudson, 1857-1927 |
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| Illustrator | Gunn, Archie, 1863-1930 |
| LoC No. | 06040212 |
| Title | Deeds of Daring Done by Girls |
| Original Publication | United States: Frederick A. Stokes Company,1906. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The robe of the Duchess, as told by Jehan, her page in the year of grace 1392 -- The Princess wins (1417) -- Defence of Castle Dangerous (1692) -- The pearl necklace (1767) -- Dicey Langston (1787) -- The maid of Zaragoza (1808). |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Deeds of Daring Done by Girls" by N. Hudson Moore is a collection of historical tales, likely written in the early 20th century. The book celebrates the courageous actions of various heroines throughout history, showcasing the bravery and determination of young girls in the face of adversity. Each story features different characters who exemplify strength, resourcefulness, and grit. The opening of the book introduces the first story, "The Robe of the Duchess," narrated by Jehan, a page in the court of the Comte de Foix in the late 14th century. It revolves around the young Lady Eleonore, who is about to turn twelve. As she prepares for a fitting celebration, her playful defiance and burgeoning sense of independence are illustrated through her interactions with Jehan and the other pages. The narrative unfolds with their adventurous journey into a day of hawking, showcasing the themes of camaraderie, youthful ambition, and bravery as they navigate challenges, including a thrilling incident when Lady Eleonore is nearly thrown from her horse. The engaging prose sets the tone for a series of inspiring stories of girls taking bold actions throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Girls -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67647 |
| Release Date | Mar 18, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 45 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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