| Author |
Ingersoll, Will E. (William Ernest), 1879-1968 |
| Title |
Daisy Herself
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Andrew Sly, Al Haines, Martin Pettit and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Daisy Herself" by Will E. Ingersoll is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Daisy Nixon, a young woman who runs away from her farm life in Toddburn village in search of adventure and a new life in the city. As she navigates her new surroundings, readers can expect themes of independence, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The opening of the novel introduces Daisy as she escapes with a young store clerk named Beatty, driven by a desire to leave behind her mundane rural life. As they travel by train to the city, Daisy's excitement and eagerness for a new life shine through, despite her companion's self-centeredness. Upon arrival, Daisy experiences the city's vibrant atmosphere and begins to assert her independence, ultimately confronting Beatty in a critical moment that demonstrates her strength of character and determination to forge her own path. The introduction sets the stage for Daisy's journey of growth and exploration in a bustling urban landscape, highlighting her resilience and ambition. (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 |
Canada -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49188 |
| Release Date |
Jun 10, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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