Mountain-Laurel and Maidenhair by Louisa May Alcott
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| Author | Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 |
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| Title | Mountain-Laurel and Maidenhair |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mountain-Laurel and Maidenhair" by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. This work likely explores themes of friendship, personal growth, and the contrasts between urban and rural life. The book focuses on the lives of two young women from different backgrounds who bond through their shared experiences in a country setting. The story centers around Emily, a fragile city girl recovering from illness, and Rebecca, a hardworking country girl who cares for her family and takes pride in her mountain home. As Emily recuperates at Rebecca's farmhouse, she becomes enchanted with the beauty of nature and the strength of the local community. Their friendship grows as they share their dreams and aspirations; Emily encourages Rebecca to embrace her hidden talent for poetry, while Rebecca teaches Emily valuable lessons about humility and hard work. Ultimately, the narrative illustrates the growth of both girls as they discover the deeper meanings of life, duty, and the interplay of beauty and responsibility amidst their divergent circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Mountain life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Invalids -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37807 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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