Wild Kitty

Meade, L. T., 1854-1914Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.9

Word count: 461K words
Chapters: 47

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.Wild Kitty by L. T. MeadeAuthor: Meade, L. T., 1854-1914,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Feb 1, 2006

Editor's review

Wild Kitty is a full-length juvenile novel by the prolific British children's author L. T. Meade and is part of Project Gutenberg's public-domain free eBook collection. Meade's works often take boarding schools and family life as their setting and focus on girls' growth, character formation, and interpersonal relationships. The title itself carries a strong character flavor, centering on an unruly girl, with a brisk plot and accessible language that conveys a distinct period feel. As a public-domain electronic text, its value lies more in what it reveals about the history of education and the history of juvenile literature: readers can learn about the narrative conventions, moral instruction, and construction of female images in English juvenile fiction from the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century. It is best read as a period text rather than a contemporary coming-of-age novel; paying attention to its school rules, family values, and gender expectations will be more rewarding than simply following the plot. It is suitable for readers interested in late Victorian children's literature, English teaching materials, or public-domain eBooks.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Literature enthusiasts interested in late Victorian to Edwardian English juvenile fiction
English learners who need graded reading materials and prefer classic texts
Teachers, students, and researchers studying the history of children's literature or the construction of female images
Readers who enjoy boarding-school settings and are willing to accept an old-fashioned narrative pace

Not a good fit for

Readers seeking strong suspense and fast-paced modern plots
Young readers hoping for contemporary coming-of-age themes and psychological depth
Readers unaccustomed to late nineteenth-century English expression and period attitudes

Reading tips

Read the opening chapters first to become familiar with the characters and period background, then proceed chapter by chapter; there is no need to finish the whole book in one sitting.
While reading, note down old-fashioned school rules and family values for later period comparisons.
When using it as English learning material, select dialogue-heavy passages for close reading to build familiarity with old-fashioned expressions.
If the pace feels slow, browse it as a period text and focus on character portrayal.

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FAQ

Is this book in the public domain, and why is it released by Project Gutenberg?

Yes. The author, L. T. Meade, died in 1914, and the work has entered the public domain in most regions. Project Gutenberg is a free eBook provider; the release information for this title lists English as the language and juvenile literature as the category, and it is part of its public-domain eBook project.

What level of English is needed to read this book?

The original is in late nineteenth- to early twentieth-century English, with sentence structures and vocabulary older than those of contemporary novels, but it is popular narrative overall. Readers with intermediate or higher English reading ability who can accept old-fashioned expression will find it easier to get into; beginners are advised to use annotations or choose a simplified edition.

Is this book suitable as a coming-of-age read for children?

It belongs to the juvenile literature of its time, but the school rules, family values, and gender expectations it contains bear clear marks of their era. When children read it, parents or teachers should discuss it with them to help distinguish historical context from contemporary values, rather than treating it directly as a behavioral model.

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

Public-domain electronic texts are often proofread by volunteers and may contain minor formatting or punctuation differences. It is advisable to use reading software that supports adjustable font size and bookmarks; before reading, browse the table of contents and chapter lengths and read in sections at your own pace to avoid the old-fashioned layout affecting the experience.

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About the author

Meade, L. T., 1854-1914 Author

L. T. Meade (1854–1914) was an author of English-language children's and young adult fiction active in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Fifty-six of her works are held in this catalogue, suggesting a substantial and widely circulated output. Her representative works include school stories such as A World of Girls: The Story of a School, A Sweet Girl Graduate and Three Girls from School; a mystery-flavoured title, A Master of Mysteries; and stories set among city children, such as Scamp and I: A Story of City By-Ways and A London Baby: The Story of King Roy. Her writing generally centres on girls' growth, school life and family circumstances, with accessible plots that emphasise character and feeling while combining moral instruction with entertainment. Public information is limited, and details of her life, nationality and career cannot be reliably established; this entry describes only the themes and style suggested by the works held here.