Babcock, Retta B. creator text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Clemence: The Schoolmistress of Waveland" by Retta B. Babcock is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Clemence Graystone, a young woman who faces the stark realities of poverty and loss after her father's death. As she navigates her new life, she is determined to care for her ailing mother while seeking employment to support them, showcasing themes of resilience and sacrifice in the face of adversity. At the start of the narrative, we find Clemence engaged in a heartfelt conversation with her mother, who is struggling with grief over their fallen fortunes and concerns for her daughter's future. The opening sets the tone by highlighting the bond between mother and daughter amidst their shared suffering after losing their prosperous lifestyle. The chapter reveals Clemence's character as strong-willed and devoted, as she expresses determination to help her mother despite the overwhelming challenges they face. Through her endeavors to find work and maintain hope, Clemence’s journey begins, foreshadowing her struggle against societal judgments and personal hardships that will shape her path in Waveland. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2006-03-04 Produced by Curtis Weyant, Sigal Alon and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images produced by the Wright American Fiction Project.) Original publication data not identified Boarding schools -- Fiction Young women -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17913 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17913 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133422.0 17913