Mary Louise in the Country by L. Frank Baum

The story revolves around Mary Louise, a young girl who visits her cousins in the countryside. She becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a missing treasure and must use her wit and resourcefulness to uncover the truth. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and growing up.

By L. Frank Baum · First published 1900 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 28 chapters · 64,284 words

First lines

"Is this the station, Gran'pa Jim? " inquired a young girl, as the train began to slow up.

"I think so, Mary Louise," replied the handsome old gentleman addressed.

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Genres

• Children's Literature — The book is primarily aimed at a young audience, featuring themes and characters that resonate with children.
• Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements and imaginative scenarios typical of the genre.
• Adventure — The plot involves exploration and various adventures that the characters undertake.
• Coming-of-Age — The story often explores themes of growth and personal development as the protagonist navigates new experiences.

Tags

Children's Literature · Classic Novel · American Fiction · Young Adult · Coming-of-Age Story · Family Drama · Country Setting · Summer Vacation · Friendship · Growing Up · Self-Discovery · Social Class

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Mary Louise in the Country is listed on Textopian as a novel by L. Frank Baum, dated 1900 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: L. Frank Baum
• Date: 1900 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Fiction
• Length: 64,284 words
• Structure: 28 chapters, 1,485 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Contents

• The Arrival
• The Kenton Place
• The Folks Across the River
• Getting Acquainted
• Mary Louise Becomes a Peacemaker
• Afternoon Tea
• Mary Louise Calls for Help
• The Red-Headed Girl
• Josie Investigates
• Ingua is Confidential
• The Fate of Ned Joselyn
• Theories are Dangerous
• Bluff and Rebuff
• Midnight Vigils
• "Old Swallowtail"
• Ingua's New Dress
• A Clew at Last
• Doubts and Suspicions
• Good Money for Bad
• An Unexpected Appearance
• A Case of Nerves
• Ingua's Mother
• Peculiar People
• Facing Danger
• Father and Daughter
• The Plot
• Nan's Triumph
• Planning the Future

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• The Enchanted Buffalo (1919)
• The Tigers Eye: A Jungle Fairy Tale (1902)
• A Kidnapped Santa Claus (1902)
• The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900)
• Tip Manufactures a Pumpkinhead (1906)
• The Marvelous Powder of Life (1905)
• The Flight of the Fugitives (1907)
• Tip Makes an Experiment in Magic (1903)
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