Haviland-Taylor, Katharine 1888-1941 creator Preston, May Wilson 1873-1949 text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Cecilia of the Pink Roses" by Katharine Haviland Taylor is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young girl named Cecilia Madden, who grapples with her humble beginnings in a working-class family while trying to uphold her dreams of becoming a 'lady.' As she navigates her responsibilities as a caretaker for her siblings amidst family struggles, the narrative delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of social acceptance. The opening of the novel introduces Cecilia's challenging home life, characterized by the oppressive heat of their flat and her mother's illness. Cecilia, a seven-year-old girl, takes care of her younger brother Johnny while managing household duties in a setting filled with the chaos of daily life. The chapter reveals Cecilia’s deep emotional connection with her family, particularly her mother, and juxtaposes her youthful innocence against the burdens she carries. As her father, Jeremiah, leaves for the doctor, the gravity of their situation unfolds, laying the groundwork for Cecilia’s character development throughout the novel. The beginning encapsulates the raw struggles of a working-class family while highlighting Cecilia's resilience and nurturing spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-08-14 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Boarding schools -- Fiction Young women -- Fiction Motherless families -- Fiction Love stories Bildungsromans Social classes -- United States -- Fiction Immigrants -- United States -- Fiction Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Fiction New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60099 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60099 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134402.0 60099