Hoodie by Mary Louisa Molesworth

Hoodie is a poignant story about a young girl grappling with her temper and feelings of unworthiness, whose journey of self-discovery is intertwined with her deep bond to her pet bird, ultimately highlighting the complexities of childhood emotions and the pursuit of love. Through her experiences, Hoodie learns to navigate her feelings and the impact of her actions, leading to moments of joy and understanding.

By Mary Louisa Molesworth · First published 1899 · Genre: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure · 12 chapters · 70,473 words

First lines

"Who would think so small a thing Could make so great a pother? "

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Hoodie is listed on Textopian as a novel by Mary Louisa Molesworth, dated 1899 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Mary Louisa Molesworth
• Date: 1899 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Children's Literature, Fantasy, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Moral Tale
• Length: 70,473 words
• Structure: 12 chapters, 1,429 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

• Children's Literature — The book is primarily aimed at a young audience, featuring themes and characters relatable to children.
• Fantasy — The narrative includes fantastical elements and imaginative scenarios that appeal to the genre.
• Adventure — The plot involves exploration and adventure, common traits in children's stories.
• Coming-of-Age — The story likely includes themes of personal growth and development, typical in children's literature.

Tags

Children's Literature · Fantasy · Adventure · Mystery · Coming-of-Age · Friendship · Growing Up · Self-Discovery · Imagination · Magic Realism · Realistic Fiction · Social Commentary

Contents

• At War with the World
• Hoodie Goes in Search of a Grandmother
• Little Baby and its Mother
• Maudie's Godmother
• Stories Telling
• "the Chintz Curtains."
• Two Trues
• Hoodie's Foundling
• The Golden Cage
• Flown
• Hoodie's Disobedience
• Hoodie Awakes

More by Mary Louisa Molesworth

• The Story Of The Rippling Train (1921)
• Rosy (1882)
• The Cuckoo Clock (1877)
• Us (1885)
• The Tapestry Room (1890)
• The Rectory Children (1891)
• Grandmother Dear (1890)
• Grandmother Dear's Old Watch. a Fragment (1890)
• All works by Mary Louisa Molesworth