02004cam a22003133u 4500 28528 UtSlPG 20260610133642.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 02018454 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Eldridge, Edward A California Girl Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-04-07 Produced by Sarah Sammis, Jen Haines, Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "A California Girl" by Edward Eldridge is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Clara Lawton, who is on the brink of marriage to Charles Herne, offering a glimpse into the lives of the characters as they navigate love, relationships, and societal expectations in a Californian setting. At the start of the book, Mrs. Lawton reflects on the differences between her own humble beginnings and the life her daughter will embark upon as a bride. Clara, depicted as affectionate and loving, prepares for her wedding day, filled with hopes and dreams. The narrative quickly shifts to showcase the vibrant Californian backdrop, with its beautiful landscapes and the humble starting points of the main characters, establishing a rich environment for the unfolding drama and personal journeys that lie ahead. The reader is introduced to various supporting characters and their interactions, hinting at the larger community dynamics that will play a significant role in the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified California -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28528 69436 69436