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An Old-Fashioned Girl

by 1928
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781025875842
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 364
  • Original Price: GBP 27.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 685 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Classics

"An Old-Fashioned Girl" is a timeless domestic novel that explores the contrast between the simple, traditional values of the country and the fast-paced, often superficial culture of the city. The narrative centers on Polly Milton, a young girl whose modest upbringing and sincere nature stand in sharp relief against the wealthy and fashionable lifestyle of the Shaw family whom she visits. Through Polly's experiences, the work examines the social pressures of the era and the importance of maintaining one's character amidst the temptations of high society.

The story follows the characters as they grow from childhood into maturity, offering a poignant look at the evolution of friendship, the trials of financial hardship, and the pursuit of meaningful work. With a focus on moral integrity and self-improvement, "An Old-Fashioned Girl" serves as an insightful social commentary on 19th-century gender roles and class dynamics. This classic work remains a celebrated piece of literature, valued for its warm characterizations and its enduring message that true worth is found in one's heart rather than one's possessions. It is a quintessential coming-of-age story that continues to resonate with readers interested in historical fiction and domestic drama.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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