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Molesworth, Mrs.
1839
1921
Mrs. (Mary Louisa) Molesworth
Molesworth, Mary Louisa Stewart
Graham, Ennis
Brooke, L. Leslie (Leonard Leslie)
1862
1940
Brooke, Leonard Leslie
Brooke, Leslie
The Oriel Window
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"The Oriel Window" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Ferdy Ross, who is celebrating his ninth birthday when an unfortunate accident changes everything. The narrative explores themes of family, resilience, and the journey of recovery, particularly through the perspective of siblings as Ferdy navigates the challenges brought on by his injury. The opening portion of the book introduces Ferdy as an exceptionally happy young boy, excitedly anticipating his birthday celebrations. We learn about his close relationship with his sister, Chrissie, as they exchange presents and share playful conversation. However, as the day unfolds, a tragic accident occurs when Ferdy falls from his new pony, resulting in a serious injury that shifts the tone from joyful celebration to a poignant story of healing and emotional support. The siblings' deep bond and contrasting personalities begin to play a crucial role in navigating the uncertainties that come with Ferdy’s condition, setting the stage for their growth and development throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Social classes -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Birthdays -- Juvenile fiction
Accidents -- Juvenile fiction
Invalids -- Juvenile fiction
Children's accidents -- Juvenile fiction
Wood-carving -- Juvenile fiction
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