Author |
Le Feuvre, Amy, 1861-1929 |
Illustrator |
Browne, Gordon, 1858-1932 |
Title |
Harebell's friend
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Original Publication |
London: The Religious Tract Society, 1914.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 93.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Summary |
"Harebell's Friend" by Amy Le Feuvre is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Harebell, who is recently orphaned and finds herself in the care of her stern Aunt Diana. The narrative captures Harebell's journey as she navigates her new life in England, grappling with feelings of loneliness and longing for companionship, while also forming connections with other characters who play pivotal roles in her emotional growth. The opening of the book introduces us to Harebell, a sensitive child, as she arrives in a new country with her guardian, Mr. Graham. While Mr. Graham seems to have a soft spot for her, Harebell soon encounters her cold aunt, Mrs. Keith, who informs her that she is now responsible for her life. The text delves into Harebell’s initial struggles with her aunt’s lack of warmth and the challenges of adjusting to her new home. Despite her fears and loneliness, characters like Mr. Graham and Andrew the old servant provide glimmers of kindness, giving Harebell hope for a happier future. As the story unfolds, it hints at Harebell's resilience, her imaginative spirit, and the possibility of finding joy and friendship in her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Girls -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Aunts -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
72970 |
Release Date |
Feb 16, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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