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Finley, Martha, 1828-1909 |
| Title |
Elsie's New Relations
What They Did and How They Fared at Ion; A Sequel to Grandmother Elsie
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Elsie's New Relations" by Martha Finley is a novel written in the early 20th century. This sequel to "Grandmother Elsie" delves into the intertwined lives of the Dinsmore and Raymond families, focusing particularly on the characters of young Lulu Raymond and her interactions with her new relatives at Ion. The narrative captures the essence of familial bonds, personal growth, and the challenges faced in adapting to new environments. The opening of the book sets a picturesque scene on a beautiful October day, where Edward and his wife Zoe are enjoying the serenity of the sea before they move to their new home at Ion. Their conversation reveals Zoe's insecurities about her place among the family and underscores Edward's support for her integration. As the narrative unfolds, we are introduced to the complexities of parenting, as Captain Raymond navigates his children's needs, particularly Lulu's rebellious nature and her adjustment to life at Ion. Through discussions of proper behavior and personal responsibility, we see a glimpse of the moral teachings the characters will encounter throughout the story. The interactions between the children and adults establish a warm, yet challenging dynamic that promises exploration of growth, discipline, and familial love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Religious fiction
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| Subject |
Dinsmore, Elsie (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14909 |
| Release Date |
Feb 4, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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