The Little Grey House

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Taggart, Marion Ames, 1866-1945

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Little Grey House" by Marion Ames Taggart is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on the Grey family, particularly the three daughters-Roberta, Oswyth, and Prudence- who navigate the struggles of their economic hardships while maintaining a sense of cheer and resilience. The family's dynamics and their interactions with their new neighbors, the Rutherford boys, set the stage for a tale that explores themes of family, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness despite adversity. The opening of the book introduces the three Grey sisters as they grapple with the overgrown grass around their home, characterized as "the little grey house" tucked away amidst lush greenery. Roberta, the spirited and ambitious sister, takes the lead in organizing a mowing effort, reflecting her determination. The sisters exhibit their distinct personalities, with Oswyth being more reserved and practical, while Prudence is eager and upbeat. Their father, Sylvester Grey, is a dreamer focused on his invention, a bricquette machine, showcasing the family's hope for a better future. The arrival of the Rutherford boys brings a sense of excitement and potential friendship, setting the tone for a charming and heartwarming narrative about growth, community, and the simple joys of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2015-02-26