Marjorie Dean's Romance

Josephine ChaseProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.4

Word count: 290K words
Chapters: 30

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Marjorie Dean's Romance by Josephine ChaseAuthor: Chase, Josephine, -1931,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Nov 3, 2016

Editor's review

This is one volume in Josephine Chase's series of girls' coming-of-age novels, public-domain juvenile literature that follows the emotions and growth of the protagonist Marjorie Dean and continues the gentle narrative style of early twentieth-century American school and family life. The language is plain and the plot clear, with emphasis on portraying characters' states of mind and everyday choices. It is suitable as an introductory reader for English learners encountering early juvenile fiction, and for readers studying public-domain children's literature who want to understand the common themes and methods of such series. When reading, one need not seek plot tension but can focus on how the girl character seeks balance among friendship, family, and self-expectation, and on the period ideas reflected in the work. As an electronic text provided by Project Gutenberg, it is easy to obtain and suitable for fragmented reading or parallel study.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Middle school to early college students who want to practice English reading
Readers interested in early twentieth-century American juvenile fiction
Researchers studying public-domain children's literature and girls' coming-of-age themes
Readers who enjoy a gentle pace centered on characters' daily lives

Not a good fit for

Readers who prefer strong plots and fast-paced narrative
Readers hoping for profound social critique or complex structure
Readers unaccustomed to early English expression and period context

Reading tips

Read the chapter titles first to grasp the main line, then read chapter by chapter to avoid stopping because of dense detail.
When encountering unfamiliar expressions, guess from context first and look up words together after finishing the chapter.
Read alongside other works in the same series to observe the continuity and changes in character setup.
After every few chapters, summarize the plot and character changes in one or two sentences to check comprehension.

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FAQ

Is this book suitable for English beginners to read directly?

It can serve as a transitional reader, but it is not the best first choice for absolute beginners. The language is generally plain, yet it carries early English expression habits and period background, and beginners may stumble over details. It is better to read it after acquiring basic grammar and a certain vocabulary, or to read an adapted version first and then return to the original.

Do I need to read other works in the series in order?

The materials do not specify a strict order among the books in the series. Girls' coming-of-age novels of this kind usually follow the same protagonist throughout, but individual volumes are relatively self-contained. If you have only this one, you can read it directly; if you want a fuller understanding of the characters' relationships, check the publication order of the series first.

What should I pay attention to when reading the electronic edition?

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About the author

Josephine Chase Author · American · 1878–1931

Josephine Chase (1878–1931) was an American writer of girls' fiction, born in Pennsylvania around 1878 and died in Philadelphia on February 8, 1931. Thirty-three of her works are held in this collection, including the "Marjorie Dean" school series, such as Marjorie Dean, College Senior and Marjorie Dean, High School Freshman, and the "Grace Harlowe" series, such as Grace Harlowe's Overland Riders in the Great North Woods and Grace Harlowe's Problem. Writing mainly under the pen name Jessie Graham Flower, she produced the twenty-seven-volume Grace Harlowe series (1910–1924), and also used pen names such as Pauline Lester. Her books center on school life, personal growth and outdoor adventures, with coherent plots and a bright, wholesome style; aimed at young readers, they are a representative strand of early twentieth-century American girls' reading. Public information is limited, and details of her life and the full range of her work remain to be further verified.