Elsie's girlhood
The journey from childhood to womanhood
Martha Finley
272 pages, parution le 17/08/2023
Résumé
"Elsie's Girlhood" by Martha Finley is a continuation of the story of Elsie Dinsmore, a young girl evolving from childhood to womanhood. The narrative begins with Elsie and her father, Mr. Dinsmore, spending time at a fashionable watering-place, where they encounter Miss Stevens, a woman who annoys Elsie with her unwelcome attentions and suggestions about her attire. Elsie's father, however, remains polite due to a debt of gratitude owed to Miss Stevens' father. The story takes a significant turn when Mr. Dinsmore proposes to Rose Allison, a kind and gentle woman who has won the hearts of both father and daughter. Elsie is initially concerned about the memory of her deceased mother being overshadowed by Rose's presence, but her father reassures her that there is room in his heart for both. This development is met with surprise and some jealousy, particularly from Miss Stevens, who had hoped to marry Mr. Dinsmore herself. The narrative culminates in a wedding, marking a new chapter in Elsie's life as she gains a loving stepmother. Throughout the story, themes of love, family, and the challenges of growing up are explored, with Elsie's character development at the forefront. The novel highlights the importance of understanding, patience, and the blending of old and new familial bonds.
Caractéristiques techniques
| PAPIER | |
| Éditeur(s) | Culturea |
| Auteur(s) | Martha Finley |
| Parution | 17/08/2023 |
| Nb. de pages | 272 |
| Format | 14.8 x 21 |
| Couverture | Broché |
| Poids | 356g |
| EAN13 | 9791041848324 |
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