Cecilia of the Pink Roses: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Cecilia of the Pink Roses is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Haviland-Taylor, Katharine (1888–1941).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Cecilia of the Pink Roses" by Katharine Haviland Taylor is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young girl named Cecilia Madden, who grapples with her humble beginnings in a working-class family while trying to uphold her dreams of becoming a 'lady.' As she navigates her responsibilities as a caretaker for her siblings amidst family struggles, the narrative delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of social acceptance. The opening of the novel introduces Cecilia's challenging home life, characterized by the oppressive heat of their flat and her mother's illness. Cecilia, a seven-year-old girl, takes care of her younger brother Johnny while managing household duties in a setting filled with the chaos of daily life. The chapter reveals Cecilia’s deep emotional connection with her family, particularly her mother, and juxtaposes her youthful innocence against the burdens she carries. As her father, Jeremiah, leaves for the doctor, the gravity of their situation unfolds, laying the groundwork for Cecilia’s character development throughout the novel. The beginning encapsulates the raw struggles of a working-class family while highlighting Cecilia's resilience and nurturing spirit.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Cecilia of the Pink Roses
- Author credits: Haviland-Taylor, Katharine (1888–1941)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Bildungsromans
- Boarding schools -- Fiction
- Catholic Church -- Clergy -- Fiction
- Immigrants -- United States -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Motherless families -- Fiction
- New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
- Social classes -- United States -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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