The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX, No. 1022, July 29, 1899 by Various
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"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX, No. 1022, July 29, 1899" by Various is a collection of literary works, articles, and illustrations that reflects the interests and values of late 19th-century society, particularly focusing on women. The publication includes a variety of content ranging from poetry and short stories to practical advice on topics such as gardening and marriage. Through its diverse contributions, the volume provides insight into the roles, expectations, and
aspirations of women in that era. The opening of this particular volume presents a poignant poem titled "The Angel of Promise" by Edward Oxenford, which explores themes of loss and hope through the perspective of a grieving mother. This is followed by a narrative centered on Lucy Gillespie, who reflects on her experiences after an unsatisfactory dinner party, contrasting her own life's challenges with those of her friends. Through her inner monologue, readers gain an understanding of her journey toward self-acceptance and gratitude in the face of adversity, hinting at greater emotional and relational dynamics that will unfold in the subsequent chapters. Overall, the beginning engages readers with emotional depth and the promise of relatable narratives that highlight women's experiences during the period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX, No. 1022, July 29, 1899 |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Pamela Patten and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62089 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 286 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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