Samantha among the Brethren - Volume 3

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Holley, Marietta, 1836-1926

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Samantha among the Brethren - Volume 3" by Marietta Holley is a humorous novel written during the early 20th century. This book is part of a series featuring the character of Samantha, who navigates the intricacies of life, family, and society, often with a comical touch. The overarching topic focuses on women's roles, relationships, and the societal expectations of the time, portraying the beloved character's various encounters and experiences in a light-hearted manner. In this installment, Samantha grapples with the challenges posed by her cousin Lodema's visit, as she showcases a blend of humor and frustration in her interactions. Amidst the family's turmoil, particularly surrounding Josiah's intentions to surprise Lodema with a mock diamond wedding celebration, Samantha becomes an unwilling mediator. The plot thickens with the arrival of other relatives and humorous societal commentary, culminating in a series of amusing events that highlight the absurdities of expectations placed on women and family dynamics. Ultimately, as Lodema's departure ensues under less-than-ideal circumstances, the narrative leaves readers reflecting on the complexities of relationships and the social mores of the time, all wrapped in Holley's characteristic wit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-10