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Burnett, Frances Hodgson
1849
1924
Townesend, Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett
Hodgson, Frances Eliza
Hedman, Valfrid
1872
1939
The pretty sister of José. Finnish
Kaunotar
$aHämeenlinna :$bArvi A. Karisto Oy, $c1920.
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
"Kaunotar" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around José, a kind-hearted and strong young man, who moves to Madrid with his beautiful sister, Pepita, and their elderly grandmother. The narrative focuses on their struggles for a better life and explores themes of beauty, aspiration, and the complexities of relationships against the backdrop of urban life. The opening of the story introduces José as he works hard to create a stable home for his family outside Madrid, after escaping an unkind relative. The harsh memories of their impoverished upbringing shape his motivations, particularly concerning his sister’s future. While José is pragmatic and hardworking, he is also anxious about the possibilities for Pepita amidst the allure of city life. Pepita, full of youthful joy and beauty, experiences the thrill of their new environment as she daydreams about a brighter future. However, her dismissive attitude towards traditional roles, especially regarding marriage, hints at deeper complexities in her character. This sets the stage for their intertwined lives as they navigate new opportunities and the impact of beauty and ambition within their community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Young women -- Fiction
Courtship -- Fiction
Spain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Bullfighters -- Fiction
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