| Author |
Nixon-Roulet, Mary F., -1930 |
| Illustrator |
Horne, Diantha W. |
| LoC No. |
08023099
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| Title |
Our Little Grecian Cousin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Our Little Grecian Cousin" by Mary F. Nixon-Roulet is a children's novel written in the early 20th century as part of the "Little Cousin Series." The story is set in Greece and revolves around a young girl named Zoe, who is an orphan living with her uncle and aunt. The book explores themes of family, culture, and the beauty of everyday life in modern Greece, while also incorporating elements of Greek history and mythology. The opening of the novel introduces Zoe as she cares for her baby cousin, Domna, in the idyllic setting of Thessaly. Through her interactions and daily tasks, we learn about Zoe's background, her past struggles after losing her parents, and her dreams for the future. The chapter sets the stage for the unfolding narrative, blending Zoe's personal journey with the rich cultural tapestry of Greece. As the story progresses, Zoe navigates her responsibilities within her family, her friendships with her cousins, and the intricacies of the Grecian lifestyle, all while yearning for a brighter future filled with hope and love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children -- Greece -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
46508 |
| Release Date |
Aug 5, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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