IN THE HIGH VALLEY (Katy Karr Chronicles) (eBook)

Enriched edition. Adventures of Katy, Clover and the Rest of the Carr Family (Including the story "Curly Locks") - What Katy Did Series

Susan Coolidge (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2024
300 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654780799-5 (EAN)

Infos

In Susan Coolidge's "In the High Valley," the third installment of the Katy Karr Chronicles, readers find themselves immersed in a rich tapestry of coming-of-age themes intertwined with the beauty and challenges of rural life. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the High Valley, Coolidge employs a vivid and lyrical narrative style, blending humor and heartfelt emotion to explore complex family dynamics, friendship, and personal growth. This novel continues the story of Katy Carr, now a young woman navigating the trials of adulthood, offering a poignant commentary on societal expectations and the nurturing strength of community ties in a post-Victorian context. Susan Coolidge, a pseudonym for Sarah Chauncey Woolsey, was deeply influenced by her own upbringing in a family that valued education, creativity, and heartfelt storytelling. Her direct experiences with both pastoral life and the constraints of societal norms shaped her narrative voice, allowing her to create relatable yet aspirational characters. Having faced the nuances of womanhood herself, Coolidge imbues her work with a tenderness and irreverence, reflecting a progressive perspective for her time, particularly in her treatment of young women's aspirations. This enchanting novel is highly recommended for readers who appreciate character-driven narratives that resonate with timeless themes of ambition and belonging. "In the High Valley" celebrates the triumphs of youth and the bittersweet nature of growing up, making it essential reading for anyone who enjoys classic literature that continues to inspire and provoke thought.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.1.2024
• Einführung: Crispin Hargrove
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Crispin Hargrove
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Kinderbücher bis 11 Jahre
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Geschichte / Politik
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Spielen / Lernen
• Schlagworte: 19th century coming-of-age • 19th century literature • American Literature • Anne of Green Gables • Charlotte's Web • Children's literature • classic children's narrative • Classic Literature • coming of age stories • Family values exploration • Female authors • female protagonist journey • friendship and perseverance • heartfelt storytelling • high valley escapades • idyllic rural setting • Jane Austen • Lewis Carroll • literary fiction • Little Women • Mark Twain • nature and self-discovery • nostalgic novels • Roald Dahl • rural childhood adventures • Sarah Chauncey Woolsey • strong female protagonist • The Secret Garden • vintage children's books • What Katy Did