The Littlest Rebel by Edward Peple
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| Author | Peple, Edward, 1869-1924 |
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| Title | The Littlest Rebel |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Littlest Rebel" by Edward Peple is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Virginia "Virgie" Cary, who navigates the complexities and harsh realities of life during the Civil War, particularly the impact that the conflict has on her family and home. With a blend of childhood innocence and the burdens of war, the novel touches on themes of loyalty, bravery, and the spirit of humanity amidst strife. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Mrs. Cary and her daughter Virgie, who are struggling to maintain a semblance of normalcy despite the looming war. Virgie's playful imagination brings a moment of levity as she and her playmate, Sally Ann, engage in a game based on the story of Blue Beard. However, the play is interrupted by the harsh realities of war and its effects on their lives. Through Mrs. Cary and Uncle Billy, we learn about the family's challenges, including poverty and the looming threat of Union soldiers, while Virgie's innocent and spirited responses highlight her resilience in the face of adversity. As the chapter unfolds, we sense the growing tension and uncertainty that permeates their lives, setting the stage for the conflicts to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15414 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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