An Old-Fashioned Girl

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Set against the backdrop of social class differences, the story follows 14-year-old Polly Milton as she visits her affluent friend Fanny Shaw in the city. Overwhelmed by the opulence and fashion of city life, Polly struggles to fit in, facing rejection from Fanny's friends due to her humble background. Despite these challenges, her genuine warmth and kindness ultimately endear her to those around her, demonstrating the value of authenticity and the lessons learned from simpler ways of life.