"A Little Maid of Massachusetts Colony" by Alice Turner Curtis is a historical tale for young readers that paints a vivid picture of life during the American Revolution through the eyes of a young girl named Anne Nelson; the story follows Anne's escapades, beginning with her desire to visit her friend Rose Freeman, which quickly turns into an unexpected adventure when a disagreement leads her to run away from home; along her journey from Province Town to Brewster, Massachusetts, Anne encounters both challenges and opportunities for growth, including a memorable meeting with Indigenous people; ultimately, the novel's opening chapters highlight themes of friendship, courage, and independence, set against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of revolution.
A Little Maid of Massachusetts Colony
By Alice Turner Curtis
A young girl's innocent wish to visit a friend spirals into a daring escape filled with unforeseen encounters amidst the budding American Revolution.
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About the AuthorAlice Turner Curtis was an American writer of juvenile historical fiction. She was probably best remembered by young readers of her day for The Little Maid's Historical Series. She has written at least sixty published books.
Alice Turner Curtis was an American writer of juvenile historical fiction. She was probably best remembered by young readers of her day for The Little Maid's Historical Series. She has written at least sixty published books.
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