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Title: A journey of joy
Original Publication: Boston: Dana Estes & Company, 1908.
Credits: Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Journey of Joy" by Amy Ella Blanchard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers on the adventures of three women—Miss Cavendish and her two goddaughters, Gabriella and Sidney—who embark on an extended and economical European tour, with a particular focus on Italy. Through lively dialogue and richly descriptive narrative, the story explores their deepening bonds, personal growth, and the delights and challenges they encounter as travelers abroad. The novel’s tone is spirited and witty, making it appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven travel narratives. The opening of "A Journey of Joy" introduces readers to the close and playful relationship between Gabriella, her godmother Miss Cavendish (affectionately called ‘Gem’), and her fellow goddaughter Sidney. Their journey is born from Gem’s desire for meaningful companionship and a longing to experience Europe independently and on a budget. The story quickly transitions from their initial excitement in America to their travels across Italy, where the trio marvels at the scenery, navigates small mishaps (such as a minor ship collision and confusion over train stations), and experiences the vibrant life of Naples, Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi, and Rome. The narrative is marked by Gabriella’s exuberant personality, Sidney’s gentle enthusiasm, and Miss Cavendish’s thoughtful leadership, all of which combine to depict both the joys and realities of foreign travel at the turn of the century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Blanchard, Amy Ella, 1856-1926
Illustrator: Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse), 1857-1931
EBook No.: 75999
Published: May 2, 2025
Downloads: 156
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Americans -- Europe -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A journey of joy
Original Publication: Boston: Dana Estes & Company, 1908.
Credits: Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "A Journey of Joy" by Amy Ella Blanchard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers on the adventures of three women—Miss Cavendish and her two goddaughters, Gabriella and Sidney—who embark on an extended and economical European tour, with a particular focus on Italy. Through lively dialogue and richly descriptive narrative, the story explores their deepening bonds, personal growth, and the delights and challenges they encounter as travelers abroad. The novel’s tone is spirited and witty, making it appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven travel narratives. The opening of "A Journey of Joy" introduces readers to the close and playful relationship between Gabriella, her godmother Miss Cavendish (affectionately called ‘Gem’), and her fellow goddaughter Sidney. Their journey is born from Gem’s desire for meaningful companionship and a longing to experience Europe independently and on a budget. The story quickly transitions from their initial excitement in America to their travels across Italy, where the trio marvels at the scenery, navigates small mishaps (such as a minor ship collision and confusion over train stations), and experiences the vibrant life of Naples, Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi, and Rome. The narrative is marked by Gabriella’s exuberant personality, Sidney’s gentle enthusiasm, and Miss Cavendish’s thoughtful leadership, all of which combine to depict both the joys and realities of foreign travel at the turn of the century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Blanchard, Amy Ella, 1856-1926
Illustrator: Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse), 1857-1931
EBook No.: 75999
Published: May 2, 2025
Downloads: 156
Language: English
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Americans -- Europe -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.