| Author |
Donnell, Annie Hamilton, 1862-1943 |
| Title |
Miss Theodosia's Heartstrings
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Miss Theodosia's Heartstrings" by Annie Hamilton Donnell is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around Miss Theodosia Baxter, a woman returning to her small hometown after globe-trotting and seeking a meaningful connection in her life. Through her experiences and interactions, particularly with the lively children living next door, the narrative explores themes of motherhood, friendship, and personal growth. At the start of the novel, we meet Miss Theodosia as she encounters a pair of garrulous girls on her porch, setting off a humorous and tender exchange that hints at her loneliness and the changes she will face. As Theodosia engages more with the children, especially Elly Precious, their bond deepens, leading her to assume unexpected responsibilities. She navigates the complexities of the children's lives, balancing her previous lifestyle with her new role, which evokes nostalgia and joy, ultimately compelling her to grow emotionally and embrace the simplicity of life next door. (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 |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8865 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 4, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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