Brownie's triumph by Mrs. Georgie Sheldon
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| Author | Sheldon, Georgie, Mrs., 1843-1926 |
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| Title | Brownie's triumph |
| Original Publication | United States: A. L. Burt Company, 1879, copyright 1881, copyright 1901, copyright 1907. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Summary | "Brownie's Triumph" by Mrs. Georgie Sheldon is a fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the character of Brownie Douglas, a young heiress whose life takes a dramatic turn after the death of her wealthy aunt, leaving her without the fortune she expected. The novel explores themes of resilience, societal expectations, and the journey of a young woman as she confronts the realities of life in a world that suddenly feels far less secure. The opening of "Brownie's Triumph" introduces readers to a lively scene set during the World’s Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. Brownie Douglas, a petite and spirited young woman, has just encountered her elegant friend Aspasia Huntington, who is struggling with her extravagant attire. The narrative unfolds with comedic moments involving a clumsy countryman, showcasing the contrast between the two young ladies. As the girls navigate through the exposition, they attract the attention of two young men, setting the stage for potential romantic developments amidst Brownie's transition from wealth to self-sufficiency after her aunt's passing. This initial glimpse of both frivolity and deeper themes offers a captivating start to Brownie’s journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Social classes -- Fiction |
| Subject | Dime novels |
| Subject | Romances |
| Subject | Young women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 71118 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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