The Girl who Drove the Cows
This novel tells the story of a young girl growing up on a farm during the late 19th century. She struggles with her place within her family and community due to her unconventional behavior and strong will. The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the constraints placed upon women in rural society at that time.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1907 · Genre: Coming-of-Age, Social Commentary, Realism · 2,913 words
First lines
"I wonder who that pleasant-looking girl who drives cows down the beech lane every morning and evening is," said Pauline Palmer, at the tea table of the country farmhouse where she and her aunt were spending the summer. Mrs. Wallace had wanted to go to some fashionable watering place, but her husband had bluntly told her he couldn't afford it. Stay in the city when all her set were out she would not, and the aforesaid farmhouse had been the compromise.
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The Girl who Drove the Cows is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 1907 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Coming-of-Age, Social Commentary, Realism, Friendship, Rural Fiction
- Length: 2,913 words
- Structure: 1 section, 49 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Coming-of-Age — The narrative centers on the growth and development of the protagonist as she navigates friendship and social class.
- Social Commentary — The story critiques social class distinctions and the prejudices associated with them, particularly through the interactions between characters.
- Realism — The writing style reflects everyday life and realistic characters, focusing on relatable experiences and emotions.
- Friendship — The core of the plot revolves around the friendship between the two main characters and its impact on their lives.
Tags
Coming-of-age · Fiction · Literary · Novel · Canadian Literature · Young Adult · Rural Setting · Family Drama · Social Commentary · Morality Tale · Self-Discovery · Personal Growth