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My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 4, October 20, 1900: Marion Marlowe's Noble Work; or, The Tragedy at the Hospital: Play Guide and Free Edition

My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 4, October 20, 1900: Marion Marlowe's Noble Work; or, The Tragedy at the Hospital: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 4, October 20, 1900: Marion Marlowe's Noble Work; or, The Tragedy at the Hospital is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sheldon, Lurana (1862–1945).

Catalogue synopsis

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"My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 4, October 20, 1900" by Sheldon is a fictional publication written during the late 19th century. The journal appears to be aimed at young women, featuring stories that touch on issues of personal growth, romance, and social challenges faced by women at the time. The opening portion introduces the journal's serialized story, "Marion Marlowe’s Noble Work; or, The Tragedy at the Hospital," suggesting a blend of drama and lessons on character as young women navigate the complexities of life. At the start of the journal, we meet Dr. Reginald Brookes, a recent medical graduate, and his friends as they discuss their future placements in the medical field. Brookes expresses his intention to work at a penitentiary hospital to be near his love interest, Marion Marlowe, who is a dedicated nurse at Charity Hospital. The narrative quickly shifts between the lives of these characters, revealing their struggles with love, ambition, and societal expectations. Marion is portrayed as a strong yet vulnerable character who faces trials related to her work in healthcare, illustrating her role as a protector, especially of her sister Dollie. Through various interactions, the story highlights themes of sacrifice, moral lessons, and the growth of the female characters within a world of adversity.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: My Queen: A Weekly Journal for Young Women. Issue 4, October 20, 1900: Marion Marlowe's Noble Work; or, The Tragedy at the Hospital
  • Author credits: Sheldon, Lurana (1862–1945)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Dime novels -- Periodicals
  • Popular literature -- Periodicals
  • Young women -- Periodicals

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Novels
  • Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
  • Category: Romance

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