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They loved to laugh (1942)

They loved to laugh (1942)

Children Family Fiction Friendship Fiction Orphans & Adoption

Kathryn Worth

Year: 1942
Authors: Kathryn Worth
Print type: BOOK

Description:

Tears and laughter alternate in this novel of a young girl's growth to womanhood in the 1830s. 16-year-old orphan Martitia Howland has been transplanted into a Quaker farm family of five intimidating sons and one disapproving daughter. As Martitia runs their gauntlet, she suffers their teasing but finally begins to bloom. Valiantly she acquires the skills they expect of her, and discovers other gifts all her own. Her achievements earn respect in the end and more, her heart's true love.