| Author |
Cooper, Susan Fenimore, 1813-1894 |
| Editor |
Cooper, James Fenimore, 1789-1851 |
| Title |
Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge: A Tale. Volume 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge: A Tale. Volume 1" by Susan Fenimore Cooper is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves primarily around the life of Elinor Wyllys and her family in their country home, Wyllys-Roof, exploring themes of social life, familial bonds, and the transition from youth to adulthood. As Elinor celebrates her seventeenth birthday, she navigates her relationships with friends and family while pondering the complexities of growing up in 19th-century America. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to Wyllys-Roof and its surroundings, characterized by a modest yet charming exterior reflecting its historical context. Elinor's family is depicted as closely-knit and welcoming, preparing for her birthday gathering with friends and relatives. The arrival of several juvenile characters introduces the social dynamics within Alinor's circle, including hints of budding romances and tensions, highlighted by an unexpected encounter with a drunken stranger found near the house. The opening chapters set the stage for exploring Elinor's inner life and the external influences that will shape her future decisions and relationships. Additionally, it teases the reader with promises of drama and community interactions that will unfold in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Frontier and pioneer life -- United States -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1927 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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