The Children of Wilton Chase
This novel revolves around the lives of two sisters, Alice and Mabel, who are left orphaned after their parents' death. They are sent to live with their uncle, a wealthy but miserly man who has no intention of providing for them properly. The girls must navigate their difficult circumstances and find ways to support themselves while also dealing with the challenges of adolescence.
By L.T. Meade · First published 1886 · Genre: Children's Literature, Adventure, Coming-of-Age · 23 chapters · 69,704 words
First lines
"I don't care," said Ermengarde. "I won't do it! I won't obey her!"
"What are you saying, Ermie?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: L.T. Meade
- Date: 1886 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Family, Social Issues
- Length: 69,704 words
- Structure: 23 chapters, 1,783 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The book primarily targets a young audience, focusing on themes relevant to children.
- Adventure — The plot involves exploration and exciting experiences that engage young readers.
- Coming-of-Age — The narrative explores the growth and development of the characters as they navigate challenges.
- Family — Themes of family dynamics and relationships are central to the story.
Tags
Children's Literature · Mystery · Adventure · Coming-of-Age · Family Drama · Friendship · School Story · English Country Setting · Orphaned Protagonist · Secrets and Lies · Hidden Identity · Social Class
Contents
- Marjorie's Way
- Shark
- Ermengarde's Sin
- The Day of the Picnic
- Locked in the Cupboard
- A Stolen Treasure
- A Good, Boyish Sort of Girl
- Father's Birthday
- Five o'Clock in the Morning
- The Reign of Chaos
- After the Fun
- After the Birthday
- Basil's Opinion
- I Serve
- Lilias
- The Beautiful Dress
- The more Beautiful Face
- In the Toils
- Some People who did not Flatter
- What did Basil Mean?
- Susy's Feverish Desire
- Quite in a New Character
- Blessed and Happy