The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 996, January 28, 1899
Various
The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 996, January 28, 1899 - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2018-08-13
Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Pamela Patten and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Pamela Patten and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net
"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 996, January 28, 1899” by Various is a periodical publication featuring diverse narratives and articles, typical of late 19th century women's magazines. This edition includes stories, practical advice, and reflections on current events, capturing the interests and concerns of its female readership during that era. The likely theme revolves around personal development, social commentary, and engaging storytelling with a mix of humor, morality, and femininity. At the start of this volume, the tale "Our Hero" by Agnes Gibberne unfolds against the backdrop of the Franco-English War, with characters like Roy and Captain Ivor navigating the complexities of letters and news from home amidst the tension of the times. The story draws on historical references, such as the acknowledgment of significant events like the Battle of Trafalgar, while exploring personal narratives intertwined with broader European conflicts. As the characters exchange letters and reminisce about their connections to the homeland, the weight of separation and the anticipation of peace creates an emotionally charged atmosphere that introduces readers to the lives impacted by war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Children's literature -- Periodicals
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The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 996, January 28, 1899 - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2018-08-13
Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Pamela Patten and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Pamela Patten and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net
"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 996, January 28, 1899” by Various is a periodical publication featuring diverse narratives and articles, typical of late 19th century women's magazines. This edition includes stories, practical advice, and reflections on current events, capturing the interests and concerns of its female readership during that era. The likely theme revolves around personal development, social commentary, and engaging storytelling with a mix of humor, morality, and femininity. At the start of this volume, the tale "Our Hero" by Agnes Gibberne unfolds against the backdrop of the Franco-English War, with characters like Roy and Captain Ivor navigating the complexities of letters and news from home amidst the tension of the times. The story draws on historical references, such as the acknowledgment of significant events like the Battle of Trafalgar, while exploring personal narratives intertwined with broader European conflicts. As the characters exchange letters and reminisce about their connections to the homeland, the weight of separation and the anticipation of peace creates an emotionally charged atmosphere that introduces readers to the lives impacted by war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Children's literature -- Periodicals
AP PZ