Fair Exchange and no Robbery
The novel revolves around the lives of two young women, one from a wealthy family and the other from a poor background, who form an unlikely friendship despite their vastly different circumstances. Their relationship is put to the test when they become embroiled in a series of events that challenge their values and force them to confront the harsh realities of class differences and social expectations. Through their experiences, the novel explores themes of identity, morality, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1909 · Genre: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 3,725 words
First lines
Katherine Rangely was packing up. Her chum and roommate, Edith Wilmer, was sitting on the bed watching her in that calm disinterested fashion peculiarly maddening to a bewildered packer.
"It does seem too provoking," said Katherine, as she tugged at an obstinate shawl strap, "that Ned should be transferred here now, just when I'm going away. The powers that be might have waited until vacation was over. Ned won't know a soul here and he'll be horribly lonesome."
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Fair Exchange and no Robbery is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 1909 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama, Women's Fiction
- Length: 3,725 words
- Structure: 1 section, 92 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around romantic relationships and emotional connections between characters.
- Literary Fiction — The narrative explores complex themes of love, sacrifice, and personal growth, typical of literary fiction.
- Coming-of-Age — The characters experience personal development and self-discovery throughout the story.
- Drama — The story contains dramatic elements, including emotional conflicts and interpersonal tensions.
Tags
Romance · Fiction · Novel · Canadian Literature · Classic Novel · 19th Century Fiction · Coming of Age · Social Class · Marriage · Family Drama · Love Story · Small Town Life