Daisy Ashford: Her Book by Daisy Ashford and Angela Ashford

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Author Ashford, Daisy, 1881-1972
Author Ashford, Angela
Commentator Cobb, Irvin S. (Irvin Shrewsbury), 1876-1944
Title Daisy Ashford: Her Book
Note Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Preface by Irvin S. Cobb -- By Daisy Ashford: Author's foreword. A short story of love and marriage. The true history of Leslie Woodcock. Where love lies deepest. The hangman's daughter -- By Angela Ashford: The jealous governes; or, The granted wish.
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Summary "Daisy Ashford: Her Book" by Daisy Ashford and Angela Ashford is a collection of remaining novels by the author, likely written in the early 20th century. This anthology features various stories penned by Daisy Ashford at a young age, showcasing her imaginative storytelling and unique perspective as a child. The collection includes notable tales such as “The Young Visiters” and reflects the author’s growth and development as a writer, with influence from her contemporaries. At the start of the book, Daisy Ashford introduces her work and expresses gratitude for the success of her earlier writings. The opening includes a preface by Irvin S. Cobb, outlining the charm and sincerity of Ashford's storytelling, which is characterized by a childlike earnestness. The first story, “A Short Story of Love and Marriage,” introduces characters like Mr. and Mrs. Molvern, as well as the young couple Burke and Edith, weaving comedic elements through their romantic misadventures. As each tale unfolds, the early narratives illustrate a blend of naive humor and insightful observations about relationships, societal expectations, and the complexities of love, setting the tone for a whimsical and nostalgic reading experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 25658
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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