The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1008, April 22, 1899 by Various
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About this eBook
| Author | Various |
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| Title | The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1008, April 22, 1899 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1008, April 22, 1899" by Various is a periodical publication likely produced in the late 19th century. This edition appears to contain a range of content, including a fictional serialized tale titled "Our Hero," set during the Franco-English War and following the experiences of a character named Roy Baron, who is part of the British Army retreating under the command of General Moore. The publication might also include various articles and stories that aim to entertain and educate its primarily female readership, reflecting the attitudes and interests of that era. The opening portion of the publication introduces "Our Hero," presenting a tense military narrative where Major General Sir John Moore leads his troops in a difficult retreat through harsh winter conditions as they are pursued by superior French forces. The story highlights the challenges faced by Roy Baron and his comrades as they march for survival, emphasizing their determination amid desolation and suffering. The piece captures both the physical hardships of the soldiers and the camaraderie formed through shared adversity. Moore's leadership is depicted as crucial in maintaining morale, and moments of personal reflection from Roy hint at themes of loyalty and valor prevailing in the face of overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58946 |
| Release Date | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 22 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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