TY  - BOOK
AU  - Vorse,Mary Heaton
AU  - Stephens,Alice Barber
TI  - The Heart's Country
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Young women -- Fiction
KW  - Mate selection -- Fiction
KW  - Mothers and daughters -- Fiction
KW  - Courtship -- Fiction
KW  - New England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
KW  - Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
KW  - Teenage girls -- Fiction
N1  - Release date is 2011-07-31; Produced by Suzanne Shell, Sam W. and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Heart's Country" by Mary Heaton Vorse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds through the lens of Ellen, a young girl navigating the complexities of adolescence, family, and relationships in a New England setting. The narrative oscillates between Ellen's vibrant imagination and the societal expectations imposed upon her, creating a poignant exploration of growth and self-discovery.  At the start of the book, we are introduced to Ellen and her mother as they move into the old Scudder house, a place filled with memories and anticipation. Through Ellen's playful yet introspective voice, we witness her adaptation to new surroundings and her interactions with family members, including her strict Aunt Sarah and the charming Alec Yorke. The opening sets the stage for Ellen's journey through childhood innocence and the looming challenges of adolescence, highlighting her desire for freedom and the struggle against societal norms. Her vibrant imagination and heartfelt explorations lay the groundwork for the emotional depth that will characterize her story as she learns about love, friendship, and her own identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36919
ER  -