| Author |
Paine, Dorothy C. (Dorothy Charlotte) |
| LoC No. |
03031030
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| Title |
A Little Florida Lady
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 85.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"A Little Florida Lady" by Dorothy C. Paine is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows seven-year-old Beth Davenport, her sister Marian, and their parents as they leave the snowy streets of New York City for the warmth of Florida. The narrative captures Beth's adventurous spirit as she navigates new experiences in her Southern surroundings, exploring themes of childhood innocence, friendships, and the beauty of nature. The opening of the book introduces the Davenport family as they prepare for their journey to Florida during a blizzard. Beth, bright and cheerful, is determined to look on the positive side despite her mother's sadness over leaving friends behind. Her playful personality shines as she sneaks a kitten into their luggage, which leads to light-hearted interactions with her mother and sister. As they embark on their train journey, Beth's curiosity is piqued by the vibrant landscapes they encounter, setting the stage for her adventures and growth in the unfamiliar yet enchanting world of Florida. (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 |
Girls -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Florida -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
17165 |
| Release Date |
Nov 27, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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