The Motor Girls on a Tour: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Motor Girls on a Tour is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Penrose, Margaret.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Motor Girls on a Tour" by Margaret Penrose is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurous young women, specifically focusing on the determined and skilled Cora Kimball and her motor-girl friends as they embark on a road trip, encountering various escapades and challenges along the way. The narrative emphasizes themes of independence and camaraderie as the girls navigate their journey without the presence of boys, aiming to assert their own identity and excitement on the open road. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to the lively camaraderie of the motor girls, with Cora expertly driving her car, the Whirlwind, alongside her friends Hazel Hastings and the Robinson twins. Their journey begins with an accidental mishap involving another group of young people, leading to a humorous yet chaotic scene as they deal with a spoiled lunch and the arrival of boys as unwelcome interlopers. As they continue on their journey, the girls express enthusiasm for their upcoming tour, showcasing their determination to have fun independently while setting up a light-hearted rivalry with the boys, hinting at both friendship and adventure that will unfold as the story progresses.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Motor Girls on a Tour
- Author credits: Penrose, Margaret
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Automobiles -- Juvenile fiction
- Detective and mystery stories
- Girls -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Book Series
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