| Author |
Whitehill, Dorothy |
| Illustrator |
Gooch, Thelma, 1895-1973 |
| Title |
Phyllis: A Twin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Phyllis: A Twin" by Dorothy Whitehill is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Phyllis Page, a thirteen-year-old girl who is thrilled at the prospect of finally meeting her twin sister, Janet, after years of separation. As Phyllis prepares to welcome Janet into her home, the text hints at themes of love, acceptance, and the challenges of forging new relationships. The opening portion of the book introduces Phyllis as she eagerly anticipates Janet's arrival, highlighting her concerns about whether Janet will like her new room and the city. A conversation with her aunt reveals Phyllis's deep affection for her twin, paired with an emotional understanding of Janet's lonely past. The passage sets up Phyllis's joyful yet apprehensive personality and establishes the groundwork for their relationship. As the narrative unfolds, Phyllis encounters various characters while grappling with her worries about how Janet will adjust to life with her and their friends. The initial chapters create an engaging portrayal of the twins' different backgrounds, hinting at both comedic and emotional moments ahead as they navigate their new lives together. (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 |
Schools -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Twins -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22912 |
| Release Date |
Oct 7, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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