The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, Issue 368, January 15, 1887

By Various

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When a young man leaves for America, a girl's world is turned upside down as she battles with her place in her family and society, love, and figuring out who she really is.

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Children & Young Adult Reading Other

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2021-07-04

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Summary

"The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII, Issue 368, January 15, 1887" by Various is a collection of stories that examines the dramatic shift in one family's life, specifically following the tale of Fairy. It seems to centralize on the departure of a young man to America, creating a ripple effect through his family. As Fairy journeys into adulthood, she starts wrestling with not only her identity but also navigating the expectations placed upon her because of her background. She is forced to contend with her shifting relationships while attempting to understand the complexities of love and acceptance. It appears to be a narrative weaving together the threads of family bonds, personal transformation, belonging, and the ever-present influence of societal norms in a countryside environment.