Betty Leicester's Christmas by Sarah Orne Jewett
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| Author | Jewett, Sarah Orne, 1849-1909 |
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| Illustrator | Betts, Anna Whelan, 1875-1959 |
| Title | Betty Leicester's Christmas |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Betty Leicester's Christmas" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a coming-of-age novel written in the late 19th century. This charming work follows the protagonist, Betty Leicester, as she navigates the complexities of growing up during a festive season, exploring themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery amidst the backdrop of holiday celebrations. The narrative contrasts the idyllic life Betty experienced during her summer in Tideshead with the bustling, more demanding atmosphere of London and her visit to Danesly, tackling the struggles of adolescence and the desire for connection. In this heartwarming story, Betty returns to London with her father after a summer spent in New England. As they prepare to celebrate Christmas at Danesly, the home of Lady Mary, Betty grapples with feelings of loneliness and the challenges of fitting into the world of adults. Throughout her stay, Betty cultivates not only her friendship with her father but also forms bonds with new friends, including Edith Banfield, a fellow American, and Warford, Lady Mary's nephew. Together, they engage in preparations for a memorable Christmas celebration, culminating in a delightful musical performance that brings joy to all their guests. The story beautifully captures the essence of youth, the importance of relationships, and the magic of the holiday season. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Vacations -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Christmas -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Aunts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Fathers and daughters -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Nieces -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Nephews -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mothers -- Death -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Sharing -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41831 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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