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Hester's Counterpart: A Story of Boarding School Life: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Hester's Counterpart: A Story of Boarding School Life: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Hester's Counterpart: A Story of Boarding School Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Baird, Jean K. (Jean Katherine) (1872–1918).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Hester's Counterpart: A Story of Boarding School Life" by Jean K. Baird is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Hester, a young girl navigating her transition from a loving home with her foster aunt, Debby Alden, to the challenges and social dynamics of a boarding school. Themes of identity, belonging, and the impacts of one's upbringing are likely to be explored as Hester faces her new environment and relationships. At the start of this narrative, readers are introduced to Hester's close bond with Aunt Debby, who is preparing to send her to Dickinson Seminary for a year of schooling. Their discussions reveal Hester’s hesitations about leaving home, showcasing her loyalty to Debby, who has raised her with love and care despite the secret worries about Hester’s parentage. As Hester grapples with her emotions and the budding independence that boarding school life represents, the chapter sets the stage for the friendships, trials, and self-discoveries that will undoubtedly shape her journey.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Hester's Counterpart: A Story of Boarding School Life
  • Author credits: Baird, Jean K. (Jean Katherine) (1872–1918)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Boarding schools -- Juvenile fiction
  • Girls -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

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

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