| Author |
Abbott, Jane, 1881-1968 |
| Illustrator |
Richards, Harriet Roosevelt, -1932 |
| Title |
Red-Robin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Red-Robin" by Jane Abbott is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to Moira O'Donnell, a young Irish girl dreaming of a life beyond her simple surroundings, full of aspirations and longing for knowledge and adventure. As she navigates her world, the themes of hope, family, and the pursuit of dreams are woven throughout her journey, hinting at a deeper exploration of identity and belonging. The opening of the novel presents Moira, a dreamer who yearns for opportunities beyond her modest life in Ireland. Lying in a meadow and imagining a brighter future, she is depicted as a vibrant character full of potential, her aspirations nurtured by supportive figures like Father Murphy. The narrative then shifts to Moira's life in America, where her family strives to improve their circumstances amidst hardships, introducing supporting characters such as her mother and little sister. As they face challenges, including the father's accident and economic struggles, the story hints at the complexities of ambition and the weight of familial ties, setting up a contrast between Moira’s dreams and the reality of her life. (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 |
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Family -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Poor children -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19057 |
| Release Date |
Aug 16, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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