Marm Lisa: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Marm Lisa is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Marm Lisa" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to the characters that inhabit a challenging urban neighborhood, particularly focusing on the troubled young girl known as Marm Lisa, who seems to embody the trials of childhood in a difficult environment. The book likely explores themes of maternal responsibility, kindness, and the struggle for personal growth amidst adversity, highlighting the interactions between Marm Lisa and those around her, especially those trying to help her. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Eden Place, a less-than-idyllic urban setting primarily inhabited by children and marginalized adults. We are introduced to the residents, particularly Mrs. Grubb, a woman with unconventional ideas who finds herself responsible for Marm Lisa and her twin charges, Atlantic and Pacific. Marm Lisa is depicted as a forlorn and neglected child, caring for the twins with a sense of duty that belies her own struggles. As the narrative unfolds, Mistress Mary, another key character, becomes involved in Marm Lisa’s life, seeking to uplift her and provide opportunities for growth and learning, establishing a core relationship that hints at the transformative journey that lies ahead for Marm Lisa.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Marm Lisa
- Author credits: Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith (1856–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- California -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Children's Literature
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