The Barbadoes Girl: A Tale for Young People by Mrs. Hofland

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Author Hofland, Mrs. (Barbara), 1770-1844
Title The Barbadoes Girl: A Tale for Young People
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Summary "The Barbadoes Girl: A Tale for Young People" by Mrs. Hofland is a children's novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around Matilda Sophia Hanson, a young girl who has just arrived in England from Barbados after the death of her father, and the dynamics of her new life with the Harewood family, who take her in. The narrative explores themes of character development, morality, and the transition from indulgence and arrogance towards humility and kindness. The beginning of the tale introduces us to the Harewood family, who eagerly anticipate the arrival of Matilda. Mr. Harewood explains her background to his children, who express curiosity and concern about how Matilda will adapt to life in England. As Matilda joins the family, her haughty demeanor and disrespectful attitude, shaped by her upbringing in a culture of privilege and indulgence, quickly become apparent. The first chapters highlight her interactions with the Harewood children and their attempts to foster a sense of kindness and community, setting the stage for Matilda's eventual transformation as she learns valuable lessons about compassion, humility, and the importance of good character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 21975
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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