Betty Wales & Co.: A story for girls: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Betty Wales & Co.: A story for girls is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dunton, Edith K. (Edith Kellogg) (1875–1944).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Betty Wales & Co.: A Story for Girls" by Margaret Warde is a novel written in the early 20th century. This charming work is part of a series featuring the beloved character Betty Wales and her friends as they navigate the challenges of college life and early adulthood. The story explores themes of friendship, family dynamics, and the transition to independence, as Betty embarks on her latest adventure, which involves managing a tea-room. At the start of the book, readers are reintroduced to Betty Wales, who has just returned home after her college graduation. The opening scenes depict her joyful reunion with her family, but the mood shifts as her father reveals the financial difficulties the family is experiencing. This revelation prompts Betty to consider ways to contribute financially, leading her to the idea of running a tea-room with her friends Madeline and Babbie. The chapter sets the stage for Betty's journey of responsibility and entrepreneurship, creating a delightful mix of humor and earnestness as she faces unexpected challenges in her new role.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Betty Wales & Co.: A story for girls
- Author credits: Dunton, Edith K. (Edith Kellogg) (1875–1944)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Families -- Economic aspects -- Juvenile fiction
- Wales, Betty (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
- Women-owned business enterprises -- Juvenile fiction
- Young women -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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