Publisher's Synopsis
Girls of a Feather is a novel written by Amelia E. Barr and first published in 1893. The story revolves around two young women, Louise and Marion, who are best friends and have grown up together. They are both from wealthy families and have been brought up with all the privileges that come with wealth. However, despite their privileged upbringing, they are very different in their personalities and outlooks on life.Louise is the more practical and level-headed of the two. She is also more reserved and takes her responsibilities seriously. Marion, on the other hand, is more impulsive and carefree. She is also more interested in fashion and socializing than in serious matters.The novel follows the two friends as they navigate their way through the challenges of growing up and finding their place in the world. They both fall in love with men who are not from their social class, which creates tension and conflict with their families.Throughout the novel, Barr explores themes of love, friendship, class differences, and the role of women in society. She also provides a vivid portrayal of life in the late 19th century, with its social customs, fashion, and cultural norms.Overall, Girls of a Feather is a charming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of young women in the late 19th century. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
