Peggy Stewart, Navy Girl, at Home by Gabrielle E. Jackson

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Author Jackson, Gabrielle E. (Gabrielle Emilie), 1861-
Title Peggy Stewart, Navy Girl, at Home
Credits Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Peggy Stewart, Navy Girl, at Home" by Gabrielle E. Jackson is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Peggy Stewart, a lively and adventurous young girl, exploring her life on the estate of Severndale in Maryland, amidst her cherished animals and her interactions with her father and household staff. The narrative hints at themes of youth, freedom, and the dynamics of family as Peggy navigates her unique upbringing and prepares for the challenges of young adulthood. The opening of the novel introduces Peggy in a delightful scene where she spends time with her beloved colt, Shashai, and her Russian wolfhound, Tzaritza. She appears to be a spirited and imaginative girl, reflecting on her many nicknames and engaging with her animal companions in a joyful expression of life. As the chapter progresses, Peggy's bond with her surroundings and her affectionate character emerge prominently, highlighted by her deep connection to her equine friends. The narrative hints at Peggy's idyllic lifestyle, yet foreshadows the impending changes as her father returns home and reflects on her need for companionship and a structured upbringing. The narrative captures her essence beautifully and sets the stage for a story about growth, relationships, and the bittersweet nature of change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Young women -- Juvenile fiction
Subject United States Naval Academy -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Maryland -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children of military personnel -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 5729
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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