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100 1 _aMacGregor, Mary Esther Miller,
_d1876-1961
245 1 1 _a'Lizbeth of the Dale
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-03-01
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Lizbeth of the Dale" by Marian Keith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the Gordon family, particularly the character of Elizabeth, who is a lively ten-and-a-half-year-old girl navigating the responsibilities and expectations of her family while also dealing with her own spirited nature. As the family dynamics unfold, themes of duty, genteel aspirations, and the struggle between societal expectations and personal freedom emerge. The opening of the novel introduces Miss Margaret Gordon, who is taking care of her eight orphaned nephews and nieces in their family home. It establishes the household's routine as Miss Gordon darns socks while keeping an eye on the children, particularly on her favorite niece, Annie, who is becoming involved with the local schoolteacher. Through Margaret's observations and struggles with homesickness, the reader gains insight into her character—a woman burdened by responsibility yet fond of her family. The introduction also hints at Elizabeth's mischievous spirit, her connection to her family, and hints of her erratic behavior, all of which suggest that her youthful energy will play a significant role in the unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCanada -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28234
999 _c69143
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