Clever Betsy: A Novel by Clara Louise Burnham
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| Author | Burnham, Clara Louise, 1854-1927 |
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| Illustrator | O'Neill, Rose Cecil, 1874-1944 |
| Title | Clever Betsy: A Novel |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Clever Betsy: A Novel" by Clara Louise Burnham is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Betsy Foster, a diligent and independent woman, and her interactions with a range of characters including Captain Hiram Salter and Mrs. Bruce, highlighting themes of loyalty, love, and social dynamics in a small seaport village. As relationships unfold, there are hints of past loves, societal expectations, and Betsy's unwavering dedication to her duties. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Betsy, who is engaged in her daily routine when she encounters Captain Salter, an old acquaintance who attempts to woo her. Their banter reveals both the history and complexity of their feelings, particularly in relation to their former spouses. We also meet Mrs. Bruce, Betsy’s employer, who returns from Europe with a need for Betsy's steadfast help in managing her household. As the opening chapters progress, we begin to see the dynamics of their relationships and how Betsy, while devoted to her role, navigates her sentiments about love, loss, and the changing tides of her life at Fairport. This interplay sets the stage for a rich exploration of character and circumstance in a community filled with both tenderness and tension. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Ship captains -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Middle-aged persons -- Fiction |
| Subject | Household employees -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52908 |
| Release Date | Aug 28, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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