Patsy

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Crockett, S. R. (Samuel Rutherford), 1860-1914

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Patsy" by S. R. Crockett is a novel written during the early 20th century, likely in the early 1910s. The story revolves around the complex lives of young Aristocrats in Scotland, particularly focusing on the titular character, Patsy Ferris, as she navigates the societal expectations and class struggles of her time. The narrative delves into themes of heritage, identity, and the impact of historical grievances on personal relationships. The opening portion of "Patsy" introduces us to key characters and their relationships within two prominent families-the Raincys and the Ferrises. Earl Raincy and his grandson Louis stand at the edge of their expansive lands, lamenting the loss of property to the Ferris family, which has been a source of animosity for generations. As the narrative unfolds, we meet Patsy, a spirited girl from the Ferris family who quickly becomes a focal point due to her adventurous spirit and strong-mindedness. From her crafting of alliances and friendships to her bold encounters, notably with Louis Raincy, the groundwork is laid for a tale that intertwines themes of feudal loyalty, youthful rebellion, and the quest for personal agency against the backdrop of historical animosities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-06-21