The Brass Bound Box by Evelyn Raymond
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About this eBook
| Author | Raymond, Evelyn, 1843-1910 |
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| Illustrator | Horne, Diantha W. |
| LoC No. | 05016635 |
| Title | The Brass Bound Box |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "The Brass Bound Box" by Evelyn Raymond is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Katharine Maitland, who arrives at her Aunt Eunice's home in the quaint village of Marsden under distressing circumstances, having recently lost her father. As she navigates a new life filled with quirky characters and the challenges of adapting to her new environment, themes of family, identity, and self-discovery begin to unfold. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Marsden, a remote village characterized by its unchanging customs and simple way of life. Katharine arrives unexpectedly, carrying a letter from her deceased father that reveals her intended stay with Aunt Eunice, a woman she has never met. The initial encounter between Aunt Eunice and Katharine is marked by misunderstandings and awkwardness, particularly when Katharine's beloved pug, Punch, disrupts the peaceful household. As Katharine confronts her insecurities and feelings of alienation, her bold and spirited personality begins to emerge, signaling a journey of transformation as she adjusts to her new life and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28509 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 108 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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