02618cam a22003493u 4500 43120 UtSlPG 20260610134004.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Meade, L. T., 1854-1914 Dumps - A Plain Girl Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-07-07 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "Dumps - A Plain Girl" by L.T. Meade is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Rachel Grant, affectionately called "Dumps" by her family and peers, who believes that girls often learn to be patient and self-sacrificing while navigating the challenges of growing up. Set against the backdrop of a somewhat dysfunctional household in London, Rachel's life revolves around her father, Professor Grant, and her two brothers, Alex and Charley, as she grapples with feelings of inadequacy due to her looks and her social standing. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Rachel and her home life, which is marked by her father's severe headaches and her brothers' mischievousness. Rachel's struggle for recognition and self-worth becomes evident through her interactions with her friends, particularly her attempt to impress Rita and Agnes Swan during a tea party that goes awry when unexpected guests arrive. As she attempts to orchestrate a fun afternoon, the chaos escalates when her father abruptly returns home and demands quiet. Despite her worries and the challenges posed by her brothers and their friends, Rachel’s kindness and genuine nature shine through, particularly in her encounters with the charming Dutch boy, Von Marlo, who sees her beyond her self-imposed label of "Dumps." This initial chapter sets the tone for Rachel’s journey of self-discovery and the exploration of the complexities of friendship, family, and the quest for identity amidst societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Girls -- Juvenile fiction Motherless families -- Juvenile fiction Families -- Juvenile fiction Stepmothers -- Juvenile fiction Lillie, R. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43120 83959 83959