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Tales for Fifteen; Or, Imagination and Heart: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Tales for Fifteen; Or, Imagination and Heart: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Tales for Fifteen; Or, Imagination and Heart is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Cooper, James Fenimore (1789–1851).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Tales for Fifteen; or, Imagination and Heart" by James Fenimore Cooper is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. This work is crafted primarily for young women, focusing on themes of friendship, imagination, and the emotional turmoil that accompanies burgeoning relationships. The stories touch on the nature of personal connections, the innocence of youthful love, and the societal expectations placed on women during the period. At the start of the collection, the reader is introduced to Julia Warren and her close friend Anna Miller as they navigate the complexities of friendship and affection. Julia, feeling a deep emotional connection to Anna, grapples with the looming distance created by Anna's family relocation. Their correspondence reveals Julia's imaginative tendencies, particularly concerning a young man named Edward Stanley. As she reflects on her feelings, it becomes evident that Julia's romantic notions are intertwined with societal influences and the trials of early womanhood. The opening sets a poignant tone, establishing the characters' inner lives and foreshadowing the intricate relationships that will unfold as they seek to reconcile genuine connections with the expectations of their society.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Tales for Fifteen; Or, Imagination and Heart
  • Author credits: Cooper, James Fenimore (1789–1851)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
  • New York (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: American Literature
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Short Stories

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