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Girls in Bookland

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About This Book

The narrative follows two sisters who, aided by a fairy, step into the inner world of books and move from one literary setting to another, joining episodes drawn from familiar tales. Each chapter presents an episodic visit that lets them witness tournaments, rescues, domestic teas, romances, and household scenes, participating in adventures that mirror scenes from a wide range of popular fiction and verse. Through these imaginative excursions the girls explore the pleasures of reading, empathy with varied characters, and the boundless possibilities of make-believe, learning how books can enlarge everyday life and offer daring experiences beyond their isolated prairie home.

About the Author

Hawthorne, Hildegarde portrait

Hildegarde Hawthorne

Hildegarde Hawthorne was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature in the early 20th century. She is best recognized for her book "Girls in Bookland," which celebrates the joy of reading and the adventures found within literature. Hawthorne's writing often reflects her passion for storytelling and her belief in the transformative power of books for young readers. As a member of the prominent Hawthorne literary family, she carried on the legacy of her famous ancestor, Nathaniel Hawthorne, while carving out her own niche in the literary world.

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