Gypsy's Cousin Joy by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps

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Author Phelps, Elizabeth Stuart, 1844-1911
Title Gypsy's Cousin Joy
Note Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Gypsy's Cousin Joy" by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a spirited girl named Gypsy Breynton, who navigates her emotions and relationships while dealing with the complexities of family and friendship, particularly with her cousin, Joy, who comes to stay with her after the death of her mother. The narrative addresses themes of growth, self-discovery, and the contrasts between different childhood experiences. At the start of the novel, we meet Gypsy as her mother prepares to leave for a trip due to family illness, and we see her deeply concerned about her mother's safety. The narrative captures the chaotic emotions of childhood, showing Gypsy's worries and her determination to remain strong for her family. The arrival of Joy, who carries with her the weight of her mother's recent death, sets the stage for tension and companionship between the two girls. Gypsy's initial reluctance to fully embrace her cousin opens a dialogue about coping with loss and the challenges of adapting to changes in family dynamics. As the story unfolds, the opening also introduces other family members and hints at the underlying bonds that will develop amidst their contrasting personalities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Country life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 18646
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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