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Brenda's Bargain: A Story for Girls: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Brenda's Bargain: A Story for Girls: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Brenda's Bargain: A Story for Girls is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Reed, Helen Leah (?–1926).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Brenda's Bargain: A Story for Girls" by Helen Leah Reed is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Brenda Barlow, a young woman characterized by her kindness and generosity, as she navigates relationships and moral dilemmas in her life. The narrative presents themes of class differences and the importance of helping others, as Brenda becomes involved in the lives of those less fortunate than herself. The opening of the novel depicts a pivotal moment for Brenda as she ventures into a shop to buy a wedding gift. Her experience takes a dramatic turn when the delicate vase she purchases is accidentally shattered by a shop girl named Maggie. Instead of seeking restitution, Brenda decides not only to comfort Maggie but also to ensure that she isn't penalized for the mishap. This act of compassion leads Brenda to want to take Maggie under her wing and help her secure a better future, highlighting Brenda's caring nature. As the story progresses, themes of social responsibility and the bond between individuals from different walks of life are set to unfold, starting from this impactful beginning.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Brenda's Bargain: A Story for Girls
  • Author credits: Reed, Helen Leah (?–1926)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Boston (Mass.) -- Juvenile fiction
  • Schools -- Juvenile fiction
  • Young women -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: American Literature
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Novels

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