Mary Jane's City Home

Language: EnglishPublished: September 3, 2008

Subjects:

Girls Juvenile fiction Family life Chicago (Ill.)

Bookshelves:

Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading

Authors:

Gooch, Thelma
1895 - 1973
Judson, Clara Ingram
1879 - 1960

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About this book

In a rapidly industrializing America, "Mary Jane's City Home" by Clara Ingram Judson captures the essence of urban life through the eyes of a young girl. As Mary Jane navigates her new surroundings in bustling Chicago, she encounters the challenges and wonders of city living, from navigating crowded streets to forging friendships in unfamiliar neighborhoods. This charming children's novel highlights themes of resilience and adaptability, making it a perfect read for students and educators alike. With vivid descriptions and relatable experiences, readers will find themselves immersed in Mary Jane's journey of discovery and growth. Ideal for civic activists and historians, this timeless tale offers insights into early 20th-century urban dynamics.