A Girl of the Limberlost (Palmera Publishing)

By Gene Stratton-Porter and Gene Stratton Porter

Book Overview

Elnora Comstock, though void of her mother's love and affection, was determined to go against the odds and reach her dreams. She has always believed that she will never remain a small town girl. In fact, this persevering young woman maintained a positive disposition as she proved herself to be worthy of people's - and most especially her mother's - admiration. As a student, she managed to excel in class, gain new friends, and play the violin with so much refinement. She was able to achieve all these through her strong yearning to succeed, coupled with the selfless love and constant support of the Sintons. Elnora, who was once an unknown girl in her school, transformed into an extraordinary and confident young lady.Elnora's life became more interesting when she met Philip, a charming man who eventually fell in love with her. Much to her disappointment, however, she learned that this man was engaged to Edith, a spoiled and wealthy woman. Nevertheless, she accepted the fact that he was not the man for her and decided to move on despite the heartache.This novel by Gene Stratton-Porter will leave you enchanted and immersed by the characters' unique traits, struggles and realizations that make them distinct from each other. Indeed, A Girl of the Limberlost depicts life's truths and mysteries with every turn of the page.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0996393889
• ISBN13: 9780996393881
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Palmera Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Better than expected!

Better than expected! Brilliant characters with which the reader can identify. A life's adventure and a righteous love story...and all the good things, plus an insight into the natural world. Highly recommend!

A country girl overcomes obstacles to get a diploma.

Elnora Comstock , despite country schooling, lack of money, and a mother who despises her, uses her wits and character to get an education. Her absolute understanding of right and wrong may seem quaint to a reader today, but it earns her education, money, and the love of all who meet her. The moral values exemplified by Elnora are refreshing to read about. She blames no one for her hardships, but works with all possible verve to overcome them. The ecological issues, which were emphasized in the very inferior made for tv movie, seem to presage our present day concerns. The Bird Woman is even then trying to preserve nature for the city folk who cannot enjoy it. I first read by grandmother's falling apart copy about 55 years ago. Once a decade I would locate the book somehow. Once I got it from a high school student who had inherited it from her great grandmother. Recently it showed up in the public library, but ABRIDGED.I was delighted when I discovered it had been reprinted in its original form. This book casts a strange spell over me. Edith Carr's final act of graciousness is a masterpiece of imagery.