The Dream Room
The novel revolves around a young woman who returns to her childhood home after being away for several years. She finds herself drawn into the lives of the people in the small town and becomes involved with a local family, particularly their daughter. The story explores themes of identity, community, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Kate Douglas Wiggin · First published 1872 · Genre: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 1,953 words
First lines
Long ago, when Stephen was a boy of fourteen or fifteen, he had gone with his father to a distant town to spend the night. After an early breakfast next morning his father had driven off for a business interview, and left the boy to walk about during his absence. He wandered aimlessly along a quiet side street, and threw himself down on the grass outside a pretty garden to amuse himself as best he could.
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The Dream Room is listed on Textopian as a short story by Kate Douglas Wiggin, dated 1872 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
- Date: 1872 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Historical Fiction, Family Saga
- Length: 1,953 words
- Structure: 1 section, 23 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around the romantic relationship between Stephen and Rose, highlighting themes of love, forgiveness, and emotional growth.
- Literary Fiction — The narrative explores deep emotional and psychological themes, focusing on character development and the intricacies of human relationships.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist experiences significant personal growth and transformation from adolescence to adulthood, marked by pivotal moments of realization and emotional maturity.
- Historical Fiction — The setting and cultural references reflect a specific historical context, providing insight into the social norms and values of the time.
Tags
Children's Literature · Classic Novel · Coming-of-Age Story · Domestic Fiction · Family Drama · Female Protagonist · Friendship · Growing Up · Historical Fiction · Inspirational · Literary Fiction · Mentorship