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How Ethel Hollister Became a Campfire Girl
EAN : 9791041847136
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EAN : 9791041847136
Paru le : 23 août 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041847136
- Réf. fournisseur : 298461
- Date Parution : 23 août 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 108
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:6 mm
- Poids : 152gr
- Résumé : "How Ethel Hollister Became a Campfire Girl" by Irene Elliott Benson is a narrative that explores the journey of a young girl, Ethel Hollister, as she navigates the expectations of her socialite mother and discovers her own path. Ethel, a delicate and beautiful girl, is caught between her mother's arrangements for her to marry well and her own desire for a more meaningful life. Her mother, Mrs. Hollister, is a social climber who is determined to see Ethel marry into wealth and status, even going so far as to invite Aunt Susan, a wealthy relative, to visit in hopes of securing Ethel's future inheritance. Aunt Susan, a wealthy but eccentric woman, arrives and quickly becomes a beloved figure in the household. Despite her old-fashioned appearance, she is wise and well-respected, and she takes a liking to Ethel. Aunt Susan invites Ethel to spend the summer with her in Akron, where Ethel is introduced to a simpler, more fulfilling way of life. During her stay, Ethel learns practical skills such as cooking and housekeeping, and she is introduced to the Camp Fire Girls, an organization that promotes self-reliance and outdoor activities for young women. Ethel's time in Akron is life-changing. She gains a new perspective on life, realizing the value of independence and self-sufficiency. She also meets Tom Harper, Aunt Susan's adopted son, who is a successful lawyer and a man of integrity. Through her interactions with Tom and her experiences in the countryside, Ethel begins to question the superficial values of her previous life and embraces the ideals of the Camp Fire Girls. The story highlights the contrast between the superficiality of high society and the genuine fulfillment found in simplicity and self-discovery. Ethel's journey is one of personal growth, as she learns to balance her mother's expectations with her own desires for a meaningful life.
