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Wilson, Margaret
1882
1973
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The painted room
$aUnited States :$bHarper & Brothers, Publishers,$c1926.
Al Haines
"The Painted Room" by Margaret Wilson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around Martha Kenworthy, a young woman who is back home for the summer from college, battling the expectations set by her father and mother, Bob and Emily Kenworthy, regarding her academic performance and future. The narrative explores family dynamics, the tension between generational expectations, and Martha's quest for independence amidst her parents' conflicting ideals. The opening of the novel introduces Martha and her tumultuous relationship with her father, Bob, who is frustrated by her seemingly carefree attitude towards both her education and responsibilities. The dialogue between her parents reveals their differing perspectives on raising Martha, with Emily championing her daughter's quiet strengths while Bob expresses a desire for her to attain more traditional achievements. As the family prepares for a social event, they wrestle with their identity, societal pressures, and the implications of Martha's future decisions. This intricate setup hints at deeper themes of self-discovery and familial love, setting the stage for Martha's journey throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 85.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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First loves -- Fiction
Mate selection -- Fiction
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Middle West -- Fiction
Families -- Fiction
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