The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1002, March 11, 1899

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1002, March 11, 1899" by Various is a historical magazine publication from the late 19th century. This volume includes a mix of fiction, articles, and creative writing tailored to a female audience, often addressing themes of personal development, culture, and everyday life. The opening portion features a story titled "Our Hero," which unfolds against the backdrop of the Franco-English War, hinting at the trials and tribulations faced by its characters. At the start of "Our Hero," readers are introduced to Roy, who is grappling with intense grief and hopelessness following the loss of a friend named Will Peirce. As he languishes in a prison cell, his emotional turmoil is palpably felt, characterized by a stark sense of longing to know about the other boys in the hospital. The narrative takes a pivotal turn when he encounters a prison worker, Jean Paulet, who covertly offers a glimmer of hope for escape. Their secretive interaction ignites a spark of determination in Roy, setting the stage for a tense and suspenseful adventure as he prepares for a daring escape, all while mourning the loss of his friend and questioning the fate of others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2018-04-23