Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir 1860-1943 creator Ver Beck, Frank 1858-1933 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Barbara Ladd" by Charles G. D. Roberts is a coming-of-age novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a spirited fourteen-year-old girl named Barbara Ladd, who, feeling misunderstood and constrained by her strict aunt in Second Westings, decides to run away to her more adventurous uncle in Stratford. Through her journey, the novel explores themes of individuality, freedom, and the struggle against societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Barbara as she prepares to escape the confines of her home. The narrative paints a vivid picture of dawn as she navigates through nature, carrying her cherished kittens in a basket and a soft bundle in her arms. Her sense of adventure is palpable; she interacts with her environment and her dog, Keep, imbued with a combination of excitement and apprehension. With a detailed description of her surroundings and her emotional state, the scene sets the tone for Barbara's audacious venture, establishing her character as a bold and emotionally complex young girl determined to seek her own path. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-11-10 Produced by Al Haines Original publication data not identified New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction Girls -- Fiction United States -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction Connecticut -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34270 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34270 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133800.0 34270