| Author |
Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 |
| Title |
Rose in Bloom
A Sequel to 'Eight Cousins'
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Julia Neufeld, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http://archive.org/details/americana)
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| Summary |
"Rose in Bloom" by Louisa May Alcott is a novel written in the late 19th century. This sequel to "Eight Cousins" continues to follow the life of Rose Campbell as she returns home from a journey abroad, navigating the complexities of her new social circle and transitioning into adulthood. The story delves into themes of self-discovery, the roles of women in society, and personal ambitions, highlighting Rose's relationship with her cousins and her desire to make a meaningful impact in the world. The opening of "Rose in Bloom" sets the stage for Rose's return home, where she is joyously welcomed by her family, particularly her cousins, who have also matured during her absence. Rose is immediately struck by the changes in her relatives, particularly the handsome Prince Charlie, the sensible Archie, and the quirky Mac, each reflecting their individual growth. The joyous reunion brings a mix of playful banter and heartfelt reflections as Rose and her friend Phebe adapt to their new roles among the grown-up cousins. Just as she contemplates her future, Rose expresses a deep yearning for independence and a desire to contribute to society beyond just marriage, signaling her intentions to challenge traditional expectations for women of her time. This establishes the foundation for her journey of self-exploration and societal engagement. (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 |
Young women -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
New England -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Families -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
41127 |
| Release Date |
Oct 21, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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