Jean Webster

Jerusha «Judy» Abbott es una huérfana de 17 años cuyo futuro parece ya marcado. Después deaños de soledad y duro trabajo en el orfanato y con pocas posibilidades de prosperar, su vida daun vuelco ine

Jean Websters novel Daddy-Long-Legs is a timeless classic that follows the story of Jerusha Abbott, a young orphan who is sent to college by an unknown benefactor whom she calls Daddy-Long-Legs. The book is written in the form of letters from Jerusha to her mysterious patron, offering a unique and intimate glimpse into her thoughts and experiences as she navigates the challenges and joys of higher education. Websters writing style is charming and humorous, capturing the essence of early 20th-century American literature while also addressing important social issues such as womens education and independence. The novels epistolary format adds depth to the narrative, allowing readers to connect with Jerusha on a personal level. Jean Webster, a graduate of Vassar College, wrote Daddy-Long-Legs as a reflection of her own experiences as a young woman striving for academic and personal success. Her background in womens rights and education shines through in the themes and characters of the book, making it a compelling and thought-provoking read for readers of all ages. I highly recommend Daddy-Long-Legs to anyone interested in exploring the complexities of female identity, empowerment, and growth in a changing society.

Illus.: C. D. Williams

The much-loved tale of Judy Abbott, a lively, endearing young girl growing up in an orphanage. Her dreams of college seem in vain until the unknown benefactor offers to pay for her tuition.The only requirements are that she must write to him every month, and that she can never know who he is. Judy''s letters to him about life at college are full of her hopes and dreams, troubles, and a growing friendship with the handsome Jervis Pendleton.With so much going on in her life, Judy can scarcely stop writing, and when she discovers who daddy long-legs is, there is a happily-ever-after surprise.

Illus.: C. M. Relyea

Sallie, una chica colorina, crespa, de temperamento apasionado y proveniente de una clase acomoda, acepta el cargo de directora del Hogar John Grier, destinado a acoger huérfanos, con la esperanza de poder darles una oportunidad a todos los niños que viven alli y de prepararlos para que sepan enfrentar la vida cuando deban partir y enfrentarse al mundo. Para lograrlo, pone en marcha una serie de reformas sobre las cuales tendra diferencias de opinion con Robien Mc Rae, medico del hogar. De alli que ella lo llame "mi querido Enemigo"La novela epistolar Mi querido enemigo es la radiografia de un ser y su mundo. Sallie, con gran sentido de humor y una enorme ternura, nos mostrara la realidad de la epoca, la vida de los niños en los orfanatos, la actitud de la sociedad frente a ellos y frente al tema de la adopcion.

(Note: U.K. English edition of #20358; this edition has no illus.)

Illus.: Orson Lowell / (Note: illustrated American English edition of #20357)

Com tinta e papel, a órfã Judy constrói uma ponte para a alma que a salvou. Suas cartas, cheias de humor e sonhos, são o refúgio de uma jovem que acaba de ser aceita em uma universidade no início do

Daddy Long-Legs illustrated Jean Webster - Daddy Long-Legs is a book written by Jean Webster and first published in 1912. It tells the story of Jerusha Abbott, who grew up in an orphanage but was sent to college by a mysterious benefactor she calls Daddy Long-Legs. In college she falls in love with a young man who wants to marry her, but she refuses because she is an orphan. Finally, after Jerusha--now Judy--graduates, she asks to meet her benefactor.

When Patty Went to College is Jean Websters first novel, published in 1903. It is a humorous look at life in an all-girls college at the turn of the 20th century. Patty Wyatt, the protagonist of this story is a bright, fun loving, imperturbable girl who does not like to conform. The book describes her many escapades on campus during her senior year at college. Patty enjoys life on campus and uses her energies in playing pranks and for the entertainment of herself and her friends. An intelligent girl, she uses creative methods to study only as much as she feels necessary. Patty is, however, a believer in causes and a champion of the weak. She goes out of her way to help a homesick freshman Olivia Copeland who believes she will be sent home when she fails four subjects in the examination.

When Patty Went to College is Jean Websters first novel, published in 1903. It is a humorous look at life in an all-girls college at the turn of the 20th century. Patty Wyatt, the protagonist of this story is a bright, fun loving, imperturbable girl who does not like to conform. The book describes her many escapades on campus during her senior year at college. Patty enjoys life on campus and uses her energies in playing pranks and for the entertainment of herself and her friends. An intelligent girl, she uses creative methods to study only as much as she feels necessary. Patty is, however, a believer in causes and a champion of the weak. She goes out of her way to help a homesick freshman Olivia Copeland who believes she will be sent home when she fails four subjects in the examination. (Summary by wikipedia.org)