"Hope Benham: A Story for Girls" by Nora Perry is a tale from the 1800's that follows the experiences of Hope Benham, a brave young girl who earns money selling flowers, so she can buy a violin that she wants. Focusing on themes of social class difference and individual dreams, the story looks closely at Hope's character as she deals with the complexities of her relationships in the era. The book begins with Hope successfully selling flowers at a train station, showing her entrepreneurial spirit and passion for music. Hope’s happiness is opposed by the uncaring attitude of wealthier peers. This introduction presents class divides and sets the stage for Hope’s journey as she strives to become better than her economic situation. It establishes a story with character interactions and social views in a coming-of-age setting.
Hope Benham: A Story for Girls
By Nora Perry
In a world of social divides, a young girl with a big heart strives to overcome obstacles and achieve her musical dreams through hard work and determination.
Summary
About the AuthorNora Perry was an American poet, newspaper correspondent, and writer of juvenile stories, and for some years, Boston correspondent of the Chicago Tribune. Her verse was collected in After the Ball (1875), Her Lover's Friend (1879), New Songs and Ballads (1886), Legends and Lyrics (1890). Her fiction, chiefly juvenile, included The Tragedy of the Unexpected (1880), stories; For a Woman (1885), a novel; A Book of Love Stories (1881); A Flock of Girls and their Friends (1887); The New Year's Call (1903); and many other volumes.
Nora Perry was an American poet, newspaper correspondent, and writer of juvenile stories, and for some years, Boston correspondent of the Chicago Tribune. Her verse was collected in After the Ball (1875), Her Lover's Friend (1879), New Songs and Ballads (1886), Legends and Lyrics (1890). Her fiction, chiefly juvenile, included The Tragedy of the Unexpected (1880), stories; For a Woman (1885), a novel; A Book of Love Stories (1881); A Flock of Girls and their Friends (1887); The New Year's Call (1903); and many other volumes.
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