A College Girl by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey
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"A College Girl" by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey is a novel written in the late 19th century. This fictional narrative revolves around the experiences of Darsie, a young girl who leaves her family to become a companion to her elderly aunt. Throughout the story, Darsie navigates the complexities of her social life, her education, and ultimately, her romantic interests, which impact her future. At the start of the novel, we learn
about Darsie's vibrant personality and her upbringing as the second daughter among many siblings. The opening describes her encounters with both her family and the wealthy Vernon family, who play a significant role in her life. Initially, Darsie is mentored by her aunt in manners and etiquette, but as the story progresses, it hints at deeper themes of education, ambition, and personal growth. The narrative sets a backdrop of youthful adventures as Darsie prepares for her academic journey to Cambridge against the backdrop of familial expectations and societal norms. Ultimately, the tone combines humor and nostalgia, establishing a foundation for Darsie's development as she navigates the challenges ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs., 1857-1917 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Groome, William H. C., 1860-1914 |
| Title | A College Girl |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Siblings -- Fiction |
| Subject | College students -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21110 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21110-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 16, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 697 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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