| Author |
Warner, Susan, 1819-1885 |
| Title |
Queechy, Volume I
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Queechy, Volume I" by Susan Warner is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story introduces us to Fleda Ringgan, a young girl who lives with her grandfather, Mr. Ringgan. The novel explores themes of family, childhood innocence, and the struggles of rural life as Fleda navigates her idyllic yet precarious existence in a small farming community. The opening of "Queechy" sets the stage by highlighting the close relationship between Fleda and her grandfather as they prepare for a trip to the post office. Fleda is a perceptive and caring child, demonstrating concern for her grandfather's comfort and safety while also finding joy in the simple pleasures around her, such as the beauty of a sunny autumn day. However, there are hints of deeper troubles, as Mr. Ringgan's concerns about financial difficulties and the management of his farm loom over their cheerful interactions. As they journey, the narrative reveals Fleda's internal world, balancing her innocent joys with the anxiety she feels arising from her grandfather's worries about their home and future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Bildungsromans
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| Subject |
Family -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Country life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Grandfathers -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18690 |
| Release Date |
Jun 26, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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