Beth Woodburn

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Petitt, Maud

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Beth Woodburn" by Maud Petitt is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Beth Woodburn, the only daughter of a doctor living in the quaint village of Briarsfield, Ontario, as she grapples with her literary ambitions, romantic entanglements, and the challenges of growing up. The narrative captures her dreams, aspirations, and the complexities of relationships, especially with those who influence her path, such as Clarence Mayfair and Arthur Grafton. The opening of the novel introduces Beth at eighteen, showcasing her dreams of becoming a celebrated author inspired by her admiration for George Eliot. As she daydreams under a tree, we learn about her relationships with Clarence, a young poet, and Arthur, her childhood friend, setting the stage for their complex dynamics. Their conversations reveal their literary passions and aspirations, while introducing the theme of love and self-discovery. Through Beth's reflections, we see her ambition and naivety, tackling themes of gender expectations and personal identity as she stands on the brink of adulthood. The stage is thus set for her journey of growth, love, and the pursuit of her dreams amidst the challenges that life presents. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Early Canadiana Online, Robert Cicconetti, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 91.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Release date is 2005-07-22