Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 308 by Various
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Editor | Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Title |
Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 308 New Series, Saturday, November 24, 1849 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 308" by Various is a periodical publication from the mid-19th century. This particular issue contains a narrative titled "The Half-Boarder" by Mrs. Alaric A. Watts, which explores the life of a young girl navigating social and familial challenges. The story delves into themes of class, education, and the struggles of a girl from a financially strained middle-class family as she begins her journey as a half-boarder at a new school, dealing with the complexities of her new environment. The opening of "The Half-Boarder" introduces us to the protagonist, Maria, the eldest daughter from a family experiencing genteel poverty. As her family faces financial difficulties, they reluctantly send her to a school, where she hopes to improve her prospects. The narrative describes the family's mixed emotions about this decision, highlighting Maria's sense of duty and her initial experiences at the school, including her awkward introduction to new classmates and the challenges she must face. Despite the discomforts of her new life, Maria's resolve to succeed and support her family remains central to her character, setting the stage for her development throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49150 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 36 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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