Vagabondia 1884

"Vagabondia" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a story set in the late 1800s that follows the adventures of a spirited young woman named Dolly Crewe, living in a Bohemian home called Vagabondia, as she deals with money problems and what society expects from her. Along with her friends, like Aimée and her interesting but complicated fiancé, Griffith, Dolly looks for love and a way to be happy, even when it's hard because of how society is. The book begins by showing Dolly and her quirky family in their cozy but worn-out home as they talk about Dolly going to a fancy party given by some upper-class people. With funny conversations and a feeling of gentle rebellion, the characters show what they wish for and how they find humor even when things are tough. As they get ready for the party, it's clear Dolly is prepared to handle everything, which leads to both fun and difficult times for her with relationships, finding herself, and learning to live in her world.