The Little Gray Lady by Francis Hopkinson Smith
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915 |
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| Title |
The Little Gray Lady 1909 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "The Little Gray Lady" by Francis Hopkinson Smith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the titular character, known as the Little Gray Lady, who embodies warmth, wisdom, and an enduring spirit despite her loneliness. The book explores themes of love, regret, and reconnection, highlighting the emotional landscape of small-town life. The narrative follows the Little Gray Lady, whose real name is Annie, as she becomes the confidante for the troubled youth of Pomford village, particularly focusing on Kate Dayton and her romantic dilemma involving Mark Dabney. As the story unfolds, it reveals Annie's poignant past filled with lost love and the toll of unfulfilled wishes, all culminating in a heartwarming Christmas Eve when friends surprise her, igniting a long-buried joy. The climax sees a reunion between Annie and her lost love, Harry, ultimately transforming her life as the candle she always lit for him is finally extinguished, ushering in a new chapter of hope and happiness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23695 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 45 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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