Rose Clark by Fanny Fern
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| Author | Fern, Fanny, 1811-1872 |
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| Title | Rose Clark |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Rose Clark" by Fanny Fern is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story follows the life of Rose, a young orphan girl who faces hardship and mistreatment in a charity school run by a harsh matron named Mrs. Markham. As Rose navigates her struggles for basic dignity and love, the novel explores themes of childhood, abuse, and the complexities of adult relationships. The opening of the novel introduces Rose to the orphan asylum where she is brought after the death of her mother. Mrs. Markham, the matron, displays a cold and contemptuous attitude toward Rose, labeling her as just another beggar. The scene depicts Rose's distress and vulnerability as she is forcibly stripped of her clothing and her identity by Mrs. Markham, who seeks to break her spirit. Through Rose's interactions with both the matron and another caregiver, Timmins, we are treated to a glimpse of her deep longing for maternal affection and her past experiences of sorrow. This stark contrast lays the groundwork for the emotional journey that awaits Rose as she seeks to overcome her adversities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41542 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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