The Girls of Silver Spur Ranch by Grace MacGowan Cooke and Anne McQueen

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Creator Cooke, Grace MacGowan, 1863-1944
Creator McQueen, Anne
Title The Girls of Silver Spur Ranch
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "The Girls of Silver Spur Ranch" by Grace MacGowan Cooke and Anne McQueen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the Spooner sisters—Mary, Elizabeth, Ruth, and little Harvie—who live on a modest Texas cattle ranch, Silver Spur. With themes of self-discovery, familial love, and the pursuit of dreams, the narrative predominantly follows Elizabeth, who grapples with feelings of being different, ultimately uncovering familial secrets and her aspirations in the backdrop of ranching life. The beginning of the book introduces the quotidian life on the Spooner ranch as the sisters prepare for Mary’s wedding. As they engage in wedding preparations, Elizabeth expresses her disdain for their family name and reflects on her perceived superiority. The arrival of a family of "movers"—a group often looked down upon—garners Elizabeth's sympathy, juxtaposing her lofty aspirations with the harsh realities of their lives. Amongst sibling interactions and humorous familial dynamics, an underlying mystery about Elizabeth's true lineage hints at deeper themes to be explored. This opening establishes a charming yet complex world filled with relatable characters and notions of aspiration that will likely resonate with readers who appreciate heartfelt domestic tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Western stories
Subject Family -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Spanish-American War, 1898 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ranch life -- Texas -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 44576
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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