The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

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Author Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923
Title The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood
Note Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Women Working 1800 - 1930)
Summary "The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a guidebook that emphasizes the importance of girlhood and the values instilled by the Girl Scouts, written in the early 20th century. The book discusses the role of the Girl Scouts as an organization that prepares young women for the responsibilities of adulthood while celebrating traditional feminine virtues. It reflects the cultural attitudes of its time, particularly in relation to women's roles in society. In this book, Wiggin shares her passion for the Girl Scouts and the ideals of scouting as a means of personal development for young girls. She reflects on her experiences and the qualities that define a true scout, such as bravery, cheerfulness, thriftiness, and a spirit of service to others. Through anecdotes and observations, she advocates for the nurturing of a woman's character through small daily responsibilities and the importance of community, urging girls to embrace their identities while cultivating a sense of responsibility towards each other and the world around them. The narrative underscores the notion that women can contribute meaningfully to society through their unique qualities, rather than by imitating men. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HS: Social sciences: Societies: secret, benevolent, etc.
Subject Girl Scouts of the United States of America
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EBook-No. 29253
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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