Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge: A Tale. Volume 2

"Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge: A Tale. Volume 2" by Susan Fenimore Cooper is a story that follows Elinor Wyllys and her companions from Longbridge as they cope with transformations in their lives after being apart for three years. Touching on themes of love, friendship, wealth and community, the story shows the character's changing lives in a changing America. The story starts by looking back at the time since the friends were together, describing their own paths and how Longbridge has changed. As the story progresses, we see Elinor and her friends reunite, especially Charlie who is back from overseas. Their conversations hint at past experiences and shifting relationships, setting the stage for upcoming difficulties, especially regarding Elinor becoming an heiress and the attention she gets from possible suitors.