Gala-Days

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hamilton, Gail, 1833-1896

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Gala-Days" by Gail Hamilton (Mary Abigail Dodge) is a novel likely written during the mid-19th century. This book presents a humorous and insightful exploration of the protagonist's life and experiences, focusing on her aspirations and social commentary regarding women's roles and travel during a time of significant cultural shifts. The opening portion of "Gala-Days" introduces us to a lively and determined narrator as she struggles to maneuver her large trunk down from the attic, setting a tone of independence and self-reliance. Through her dialogue with Halicarnassus, a friend or companion, we glean insights about her ambitions to write a book of travels, emphasizing that true adventure comes from personal experience rather than mere observation. This segment establishes her character as clever, witty, and eager for exploration, while also teasing the reader with humorous reflections on societal norms. It showcases her whimsical musings about nature and seasons, particularly her longing for summer, interspersed with lively banter that highlights her spirited personality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Gala-days

A call to my countrywomen

A spasm of sense

Camilla's concert

Cheri

Side-glances at Harvard class-day

Success in life

Happiest days.

Credits:

Produced by Pat Flieger. HTML version by Al Haines.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2000-11-01