The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 370, January 29, 1887 by Various

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Author Various
Title The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 370, January 29, 1887
Note Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, No. 370, January 29, 1887" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a mix of articles, stories, and essays intended for young women, written in the late 19th century. The issue prominently presents a competition focused on notable women of the reign of Queen Victoria, encouraging readers to research and write about influential figures from that era. The themes likely revolve around empowerment, education, and the acknowledgment of women's contributions to society, highlighting the importance of women's roles during this pivotal time in history. At the start of this installment, the magazine introduces a prize competition that invites young women to list and write briefly about significant British women during Queen Victoria's reign. Each competitor has the opportunity to win a unique gold medal-brooch, a tribute to the Queen's Jubilee. The opening also includes two fictitious examples of notable women, setting a precedent for participants to explore the lives of inspiring women in various fields. Following this, the narrative shifts to a story titled "The Inheritance of a Good Name," bringing in characters like Eveline and her mother, who face the life-changing decision to move from their country home to London, intertwining themes of family bonds, personal choices, and life transitions. (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
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EBook-No. 65964
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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