| Author |
Rice, Alice Caldwell Hegan, 1870-1942 |
| Title |
Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch" by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores the life and struggles of Mrs. Wiggs and her family, who reside in a poverty-stricken neighborhood humorously referred to as the Cabbage Patch. The story unfolds through Mrs. Wiggs's optimistic outlook and her determination to care for her children despite their dire circumstances, encompassing themes of resilience, community, and the enduring human spirit. The opening of the novel introduces Mrs. Wiggs as a cheerful philosopher, determined to maintain a positive attitude while managing the hardships that life throws at her and her family. We see her juggling household duties and caring for her children, characterized by a vivid portrayal of their living conditions and the eccentricities of their neighbors. The chapters reveal the challenges they face in search of work, food, and stability, all while Mrs. Wiggs fosters a sense of community by organizing a Sunday school for local children. The narrative sets the tone for a heartfelt and humorous exploration of resilience through the eyes of a loving mother navigating life's struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Poor families -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Widows -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Female friendship -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Poor women -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Kentucky -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Louisville (Ky.) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Urban poor -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Single mothers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Women benefactors -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4377 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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