Seven daughters: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Seven daughters is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Douglas, Amanda M. (1831–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Seven Daughters" by Amanda M. Douglas is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of seven sisters, highlighting their childhood experiences and the challenges they face within their family as they approach womanhood. The narrative, infused with humor and warmth, touches on themes of family dynamics, gender roles, and the lives of girls in a more traditional society. The opening of the book introduces us to the Endicott family as the birth of a new daughter sets off a flurry of chatter among friends and relatives, revealing the dynamics of the household filled with girls. The protagonist, Rose, grapples with feelings of frustration and curiosity about their situation, particularly regarding the absence of brothers and the expectations of growing up. As the family navigates their daily tasks and interactions, the warmth of familial love is juxtaposed with the pressures of societal expectations, setting the stage for the sisters’ journey through adolescence and beyond. Rose's reflections on their lives, the presence of a newcomer in the family, and the interactions with various characters paint a vivid picture of a family making do in a changing world.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Seven daughters
- Author credits: Douglas, Amanda M. (1831–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Courtship -- Juvenile fiction
- Daughters -- Juvenile fiction
- Family -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Sisters -- Juvenile fiction
- Teasing -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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