Deeds of Daring Done by Girls by N. Hudson Moore

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Author Moore, N. Hudson, 1857-1927
Illustrator Gunn, Archie, 1863-1930
LoC No. 06040212
Title Deeds of Daring Done by Girls
Original Publication United States: Frederick A. Stokes Company,1906.
Note Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The robe of the Duchess, as told by Jehan, her page in the year of grace 1392 -- The Princess wins (1417) -- Defence of Castle Dangerous (1692) -- The pearl necklace (1767) -- Dicey Langston (1787) -- The maid of Zaragoza (1808).
Credits Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Deeds of Daring Done by Girls" by N. Hudson Moore is a collection of historical tales, likely written in the early 20th century. The book celebrates the courageous actions of various heroines throughout history, showcasing the bravery and determination of young girls in the face of adversity. Each story features different characters who exemplify strength, resourcefulness, and grit. The opening of the book introduces the first story, "The Robe of the Duchess," narrated by Jehan, a page in the court of the Comte de Foix in the late 14th century. It revolves around the young Lady Eleonore, who is about to turn twelve. As she prepares for a fitting celebration, her playful defiance and burgeoning sense of independence are illustrated through her interactions with Jehan and the other pages. The narrative unfolds with their adventurous journey into a day of hawking, showcasing the themes of camaraderie, youthful ambition, and bravery as they navigate challenges, including a thrilling incident when Lady Eleonore is nearly thrown from her horse. The engaging prose sets the tone for a series of inspiring stories of girls taking bold actions throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Girls -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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