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Set against the backdrop of the Spanish-American War, the story follows Margaret, who must navigate the challenges of widowhood and financial struggle after her husband, Mr. Carey, is killed. As she faces the prospect of selling their home, her children devise clever schemes to deter potential buyers. Meanwhile, the girls experience the joys and trials of young love with neighborhood boys. This narrative weaves themes of resilience, family bonds, and the innocence of childhood amidst life's adversities.
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Mother Carey's Chickens, Kate Douglas Wiggin
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Mother Carey's Chickens
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kate Douglas Wiggin
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 194
- ISBN13
- 9781438535494
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the Spanish-American War, the story follows Margaret, who must navigate the challenges of widowhood and financial struggle after her husband, Mr. Carey, is killed. As she faces the prospect of selling their home, her children devise clever schemes to deter potential buyers. Meanwhile, the girls experience the joys and trials of young love with neighborhood boys. This narrative weaves themes of resilience, family bonds, and the innocence of childhood amidst life's adversities.