The Growing up of Cornelia
This novel follows the life of a young girl named Cornelia who lives on Prince Edward Island with her family. She struggles to find her place within her family and community due to her reserved nature and lack of interest in traditional feminine pursuits. As she grows older, Cornelia's relationships with those around her become increasingly complicated. Her mother expects her to conform to societal norms, while her father encourages her independence and individuality. The novel explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and the constraints placed on women during this time period. Through Cornelia's experiences, it highlights the tension between personal desire and societal expectation. Ultimately, Cornelia must navigate these complexities and find a way to forge her own path in life.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1909 · Genre: Coming-of-Age, Romance, Young Adult · 6,163 words
First lines
January First.
Aunt Jemima gave me this diary for a Christmas present. It's just the sort of gift a person named Jemima would be likely to make.
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The Growing up of Cornelia 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: Coming-of-Age, Romance, Young Adult, Literary Fiction, Slice of Life
- Length: 6,163 words
- Structure: 1 section, 119 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Coming-of-Age — The narrative centers on the protagonist's transition from childhood to adulthood, exploring her struggles with societal expectations and personal identity.
- Romance — The story features a developing romantic relationship between the protagonist and another character, highlighting themes of love and emotional growth.
- Young Adult — The themes and character experiences resonate with a young adult audience, focusing on personal growth and social dynamics.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style emphasizes character development and introspection, typical of literary fiction.
Tags
Coming-of-age · Fiction · Novel · Young-adult · Literary-fiction · Canadian-literature · 19th-century · Historical-fiction · Family-drama · Social-class · Morality-lesson · Self-discovery