When Grandmamma Was New: The Story of a Virginia Childhood: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
When Grandmamma Was New: The Story of a Virginia Childhood: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
When Grandmamma Was New: The Story of a Virginia Childhood is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Harland, Marion (1830–1922).
Catalogue synopsis
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"When Grandmamma Was New: The Story of a Virginia Childhood" by Marion Harland is a nostalgic account of childhood experiences written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows a young girl, Molly, as she navigates her formative years in Virginia, exploring her relationships with family, friends, and her captivating imagination. The book delves into themes of innocence, sibling rivalry, and the joys and sorrows that accompany growing up. The opening of the story introduces us to Molly, her cousin Mary 'Liza, and their interactions centered around their play and their beloved dolls. The narrative captures Molly's complex emotions as she grapples with envy and discontent upon receiving a less desirable gift compared to Mary 'Liza's beautiful doll. This moment sparks a series of events leading to Molly's impulsive mischief with her cousin's doll, Rozillah, showcasing her spirited character. Harland sets the stage for a story rich with memories and reflections on childhood, punctuated by humor and heartfelt moments that promise an engaging reading experience.
Book and edition facts
- Title: When Grandmamma Was New: The Story of a Virginia Childhood
- Author credits: Harland, Marion (1830–1922)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Children and death -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Country life -- Juvenile fiction
- Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
- Dolls -- Juvenile fiction
- Enslaved persons -- Juvenile fiction
- Grandmothers -- Juvenile fiction
- Virginia -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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