The Little Gentleman by Eleanora H. Stooke

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Author Stooke, Eleanora H.
Illustrator Marquand, E. R.
Title The Little Gentleman
Original Publication United Kingdom: National Society's Depository, 1910.
Summary "The Little Gentleman" by Eleanora H. Stooke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Melina Berryman, who faces neglect and cruelty at the hands of her alcoholic grandmother. Despite her difficult circumstances, Melina's life begins to change when she meets a kind man named Mr. Blackmore, who takes an interest in her well-being and offers her friendship and support. The opening of the book introduces Melina as a scrappy and defiant child, having a contentious relationship with her grandmother, Mrs. Berryman. Melina is teased by the neighborhood children and struggles with feelings of loneliness and unkindness. She encounters Mr. Blackmore, who offers her kindness and compassion, stirring hope and curiosity within her. This initial interaction sets the stage for Melina’s journey towards understanding friendship, love, and her own worth amidst the harshness of her environment. The early chapters lay a solid foundation for exploring themes of childhood innocence, resilience, and the impact of kindness in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Girls -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Grandparent and child -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Poor families -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kindness -- Religious aspects -- Christianity -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 70978
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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