Release date is 2010-05-10

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Josephine Paolucci
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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"Janice Day" by Helen Beecher Long is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a spirited young girl named Janice Day, who ventures from her home in Greensboro to the small town of Poketown in search of adventure and a new life with her relatives while her father is away in Mexico dealing with business difficulties. Throughout her journey, Janice's sense of curiosity and determination is evident as she navigates her new surroundings and inhabitants. The opening of "Janice Day" introduces Janice as she arrives in Poketown aboard a steamer, expressing her astonishment at the beauty of the place while also revealing her lack of familiarity with the East. Her initial interactions reveal her vibrant personality and longing for connection, especially with the old lady she meets, Mrs. Scattergood. As she arrives at her uncle's home, the Day's household is depicted as somewhat dilapidated and chaotic, highlighting the challenges Janice will face within this new environment. These early chapters set the tone for Janice's experiences in Poketown, showcasing her resilience and eagerness to adapt as she takes on the whimsical and unwieldy dynamics of her relatives’ lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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