The Great Experience

"The Great Experience" by Julia Farr is a story set in early 20th-century Utah, focusing on the journey of new converts to the Mormon faith and the growth they experience in the welcoming town of Ephraim. At the heart of the tale is Betty Emmit, a young girl whose tender heart and imagination are revealed through her interactions with the community, especially as she copes with the loss of her beloved kitten. As the Emmit family becomes entwined in the daily lives of the townspeople, the story highlights themes of family, friendship, and the blend of faith and social change, particularly with the arrival of Mrs. Webster Catt, who sparks new ideas for the town's future.