Half a Dozen Girls by Anna Chapin Ray

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Author Ray, Anna Chapin, 1865-1945
Title Half a Dozen Girls
Credits Produced by Ralph Zimmerman, Steve Schulze, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Half a Dozen Girls" by Anna Chapin Ray is a delightful novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around a group of six girls, primarily following the adventures and mischief of Polly Adams, as they navigate their spirited childhood and the spirited dynamics of friendships amidst quaint domestic settings. This charming narrative explores themes of personal growth, conflict resolution, and the innocence of youth. The opening of the book introduces Polly Adams, a vibrant and impetuous girl, who grapples with her feelings towards her friend Molly and her interactions with her family, particularly Aunt Jane, who represents a more traditional and staid worldview. Set during a sultry summer day, the chapter paints a vivid picture of domestic life, complete with moments of levity and conflict. Polly is portrayed as a lovable, temperamental character who promises to work on her temper while also seeking adventures with her friends. The complexities of childhood friendships are laid bare as Polly navigates between her relationships with her friends and family, setting the stage for the light-hearted yet meaningful escapades that are to follow throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's stories
Subject Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 6360
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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