AN OLD-FASHIONED GIRL

EAN : 9791041820566

ALCOTT LOUISA MAY

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EAN : 9791041820566

Paru le : 9 oct. 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041820566
Réf. éditeur : 307645
Date Parution : 9 oct. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 214
Format : 1.20 x 14.80 x 21.00 cm
Poids : 284gr

Résumé

Résumé : "An Old-Fashioned Girl" tells the story of Polly Milton, a young girl from the countryside who goes to visit her wealthy and sophisticated friends in the city. The novel is structured in two parts, with the first part focusing on Polly's childhood visit and the second part on her experiences as a young woman. In the first part, Polly stays with the Shaw family, including Tom, Maud, and Fanny. She is initially seen as old-fashioned and unsophisticated compared to her more fashionable city friends. However, her kindness, honesty, and good-hearted nature soon win over the Shaw family, and she becomes a beloved member of their household. The novel explores the contrast between Polly's simple, virtuous upbringing and the more worldly values of her city friends. Polly's influence on the Shaws and her ability to maintain her integrity in the face of societal pressures serve as central themes. In the second part of the book, Polly returns to the city as a young woman, and the story follows her experiences as she navigates the challenges of adulthood, including romance, career aspirations, and the importance of staying true to oneself. Polly's character development is a central focus as she matures and finds her place in the world. "An Old-Fashioned Girl" is known for its moral and ethical themes, as well as its portrayal of the importance of character and virtue. It contrasts the values of simplicity and authenticity with the superficiality of social conventions. The novel also explores themes of friendship, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Louisa May Alcott's "An Old-Fashioned Girl" is a charming and heartwarming coming-of-age story that continues to resonate with readers for its timeless lessons and the enduring appeal of its characters.
Biographie : Louisa May Alcott, née le 29 novembre 1832 à Germantown en Pennsylvanie, et morte le 6 mars 1888 à Boston, est une romancière américaine, connue surtout pour son roman Les Quatre Filles du docteur March (Little Women). En 1942, grâce à des recoupements effectués à travers la correspondance de l'auteur et de ses éditeurs, on découvre que Louisa May Alcott a également écrit des nouvelles de type thriller, mais toujours de façon anonyme ou sous différents pseudonymes - dont le plus connu est A. M. Barnard. Choquants et violents pour l'époque, ces textes ont remporté un grand succès et ont permis à l'auteur de rembourser les dettes de sa famille. Au fur et à mesure des recherches, de nouveaux textes sont régulièrement exhumés et republiés. Son journal intime et sa correspondance sont publiés également.