True Tilda by Arthur Quiller-Couch
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"True Tilda" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young girl named Tilda, who is recovering in a hospital after a horse-related injury. She has a spirited personality shaped by her background as part of a traveling circus, and her adventures begin as she interacts with fellow patients and nurses while yearning for the vibrant life outside the hospital walls. The opening
of "True Tilda" introduces Tilda in the hospital ward where she deals with her circumstances with a mix of bravery and curiosity. As she navigates her recovery, she entertains a sick woman in the adjacent bed, revealing her quick wit and resourcefulness. Tilda's concern for the woman and her mention of a boy named Arthur Miles, whom the woman longs to see, hints at a deeper narrative about connection and the importance of relationships. The scene sets the stage for Tilda's imaginative journey as she seeks to fulfill her promise to help the ailing woman, hinting at future adventures and challenges in her quest for freedom and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Quiller-Couch, Arthur, 1863-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | True Tilda |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Lionel G. Sear--A Lifetime Enthusiast of the British Inland Waterway System |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Orphans -- Fiction |
| Subject | Cornwall (England : County) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12316 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12316-5 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 572 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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