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The story centers on Polly Milton, a 14-year-old country girl who visits her affluent friend Fanny Shaw's family, becoming overwhelmed by their lavish lifestyle and lack of emotional connection. Despite feeling out of place, Polly's kindness gradually influences the Shaws, teaching them the value of genuine family relationships over material wealth. Over the years, she becomes an integral part of their lives, eventually returning as a music teacher. As the Shaws face financial troubles, Polly helps them rediscover what truly matters, fostering personal growth and deeper connections, particularly with Tom, Fanny's brother.
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An Old-Fashioned Girl, L. M. Alcott
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- An Old-Fashioned Girl
- Language
- English
- Authors
- L. M. Alcott
- Publisher
- Lulu.com
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 214
- ISBN13
- 9781387905164
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The story centers on Polly Milton, a 14-year-old country girl who visits her affluent friend Fanny Shaw's family, becoming overwhelmed by their lavish lifestyle and lack of emotional connection. Despite feeling out of place, Polly's kindness gradually influences the Shaws, teaching them the value of genuine family relationships over material wealth. Over the years, she becomes an integral part of their lives, eventually returning as a music teacher. As the Shaws face financial troubles, Polly helps them rediscover what truly matters, fostering personal growth and deeper connections, particularly with Tom, Fanny's brother.