A Book of Bryn Mawr Stories by Margaretta Morris and Louise Buffum Congdon
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| Editor | Morris, Margaretta |
|---|---|
| Editor | Congdon, Louise Buffum |
| Title | A Book of Bryn Mawr Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Her masterpiece / Marian T. MacIntosh -- In Maytime / Anne Maynard Kidder -- Within four years / Elva Lee -- Free among the dead / Georgiana Goddard King -- Studies in college colour / L.S.B.S. and G.E.T.S. -- Epoch making / Cora Armistead Hardy -- A reminiscence / Clara Warren Vail -- Catherine's career / Harriet Jean Crawford -- The apostasy of Anita Fiske / Ellen Rose Giles -- A diplomatic crusade / Edith Campbell Crane. |
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| Summary | "A Book of Bryn Mawr Stories," edited by Margaretta Morris and Louise Buffum Congdon, is a collection of fictional narratives that reflect the experiences and spirit of Bryn Mawr College students, written in the early 20th century. The stories aim to portray the rich college life, capturing the individuality and diverse backgrounds of the students, showcasing their personal growth and academic challenges. Each tale provides a glimpse into the women's college atmosphere, with various characters representing the multifaceted nature of the Bryn Mawr experience. The opening of the book sets the tone for the collection, emphasizing the editors' intent to give voice to the Bryn Mawr student body after years of focusing on external rather than introspective narratives. The introduction mentions characters like Ellen Blake, who grapples with the pressure of speaking about her educational journey at a women's convention, a feat she struggles to articulate amidst her self-doubt. Additionally, humorous and earnest interactions with fellow students and a backdrop of college traditions provide insight into the unique blend of camaraderie and rivalry among Bryn Mawr women. The opening portion establishes a framework of exploration and self-discovery that is likely to resonate throughout the stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Women college students -- Fiction |
| Subject | College stories, American |
| Subject | Bryn Mawr College -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bryn Mawr (Pa.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43482 |
| Release Date | Aug 16, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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