The Other Girls by A. D. T. Whitney

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Author Whitney, A. D. T. (Adeline Dutton Train), 1824-1906
Title The Other Girls
Note Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Other Girls" by Mrs. A. D. T. Whitney is a novel written in the late 19th century. This story revolves around Sylvie Argenter, a young girl navigating her social world and familial expectations. It explores themes of social class, friendship, and the complexities of young womanhood in the context of societal norms and personal desires. At the start of the book, Sylvie finds herself in a precarious situation while driving her mother’s pony-chaise when she has a mishap that involves a young man named Rod Sherrett. The accident leads Sylvie to a brief yet insightful occasion at the Ingraham's home, where she experiences a different social dynamic among girls of lesser stature compared to her own. This moment of camaraderie introduces Sylvie to the contrast between her privileged life and those of others, ultimately prompting her to reconsider her relationships and the meaning of her social standing. The opening not only sets the stage for Sylvie's character development but also hints at broader societal commentary, establishing a rich narrative that contrasts various lives through the lens of youth and gender roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Family life -- Fiction
Subject Women -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 16329
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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