Christine: A Fife Fisher Girl by Amelia E. Barr
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| Author | Barr, Amelia E., 1831-1919 |
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| Illustrator | Mulford, Stockton, 1886-1960 |
| Title | Christine: A Fife Fisher Girl |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Christine: A Fife Fisher Girl" by Amelia E. Barr is a novel written in the early 20th century that captures the life of a young woman growing up in a fishing community in Fife, Scotland. The story centers on Christine Ruleson, her family, and the dynamics of village life, showcasing the contrast between the hardworking fisherfolk and their aspirations amidst the challenges they face. The narrative is marked by themes of love, duty, and the social fabric that binds the tight-knit community. The opening of the novel introduces us to the coastal village of Culraine, setting a vivid scene of the fishermen's everyday lives and the unique characteristics of its inhabitants. Christine, the protagonist, is presented as a strong and independent fisher girl with a deep connection to her environment. As she navigates familial obligations and budding romances, we get a glimpse of her relationships with her brothers, notably Neil, as well as the love interest Cluny. The initial chapters establish the tone of community resilience against the backdrop of nature's unpredictability, spotlighting Christine's unique position between tradition and her own aspirations for the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fishers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fife (Scotland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32085 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 242 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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