Friendship and Folly: A Novel: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Friendship and Folly: A Novel is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Pool, Maria Louise (1841–1898).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Friendship and Folly: A Novel" by Maria Louise Pool is a fiction work written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds at the Ffolliott family home in Savin Hill, Massachusetts, where we meet the central characters, including siblings Carolyn and Leander, as well as their cousin Prudence. The book explores themes of family relationships, youthful adventures, and romantic entanglements, particularly focusing on the dynamics between these vibrant personalities. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Leander, a spirited boy who claims to have found a valuable ring belonging to his cousin Rodney. His sister Carolyn, a composed figure lost in her reading, reluctantly joins him to investigate the find. This whimsical opening showcases the playful yet complex relationship between the siblings as they navigate their interactions with family and friends. The arrival of Prudence sets the stage for potential romantic developments and further adventures, hinting at the underlying tensions and emotions that will unfold as the story progresses.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Friendship and Folly: A Novel
- Author credits: Pool, Maria Louise (1841–1898)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Elopement -- Fiction
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Married people -- Fiction
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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