Mam'selle Jo: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Mam'selle Jo is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Comstock, Harriet T. (Harriet Theresa) (1860–1943).
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"Mam'selle Jo" by Harriet T. Comstock is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story revolves around Jo Morey, a woman who has spent years toiling to free herself from her constraints and the burdens of her family's past. Despite her lack of physical beauty, Jo possesses a resilient spirit and a strong desire to find purpose and love in her life, particularly after a profound personal loss. The opening of the book introduces Jo as she celebrates her newfound freedom after years of hard work, having just paid off her debts and feeling a mix of achievement and sadness. Set in the village of Point of Pines, Jo reflects on her past struggles and yearns for a future filled with love and community. As she contemplates her situation, a chance encounter leads her to bring an unnamed girl, later revealed to be Donelle, into her home—setting in motion a journey of discovery and connection. This narrative captures themes of resilience, the longing for companionship, and the quest for identity amidst adversity.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Mam'selle Jo
- Author credits: Comstock, Harriet T. (Harriet Theresa) (1860–1943)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Saint Lawrence River Valley -- Fiction
- Self-sacrifice -- Fiction
- Single women -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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