A Girl of Virginia

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Thruston, Lucy M. (Lucy Meacham), 1862-1938.

Contributor:

Grunwald, Charles, 1867-1910

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Girl of Virginia" by Lucy M. Thruston is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story takes place at the University of Virginia and centers around a young woman named Frances Holloway as she navigates her life among students in a setting rich with Southern culture and tradition. Through her interactions, we see a strong, independent character who is rooted in her heritage yet curious about the world around her. The opening of the novel introduces us to Frances and her world, highlighting her spirited nature and her relationships with the young men at the university. Early scenes depict a playful banter between Frances and a young man named Frank Lawson, showcasing her confidence and independence. As the narrative unfolds, we catch glimpses of her daily life, her connection to her father's teachings, and her enjoyment of the beautiful surroundings of the campus. The dynamics between her and Lawrence hint at deeper themes of gender roles and societal expectations during this time, setting the stage for a rich exploration of personal identity and romance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2017-03-26